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Minister's Toolbox

Every month, pastors leave the ministry due to discouragement, loneliness, financial difficulty, family problems or moral issues. Minister's Toolbox aims to turn things around by providing encouragement and solutions to the everyday problems church leaders face. Hosted by Casey Sabella who draws from nearly four decades in ministry, the podcast is packed with practical insights that will help you stay strong in your calling.

Aug 31, 2015

One of the critical functions of a church leader is to teach "sound doctrine."

What is sound doctrine and is one view "sounder" than another? How does a leader discern what is true from what is error?

On today's show we talk about how a leader can discern true doctrine from false in a discussion that will definitely NOT...


Aug 24, 2015

Dennis Ritchie, pastor of Oasis Church in Cheshire, CT shares his journey from a life out of control to church volunteer to worship leader to pastor. 

Dennis' testimony is an encouragement to anyone who thinks that the events of their life are arbitrary. To contact Dennis or attend his church if you are in Connecticut,...


Aug 17, 2015

Should church leaders align themselves with one political party over another? What happens to those who do?

When we put our trust in any candidate, party or ideology, we step away from God's calling and destiny upon our lives.

Ministers are called by God to be societal change agents. When peoples' hearts...


Aug 10, 2015

Is Bi-Vocational ministry effective in today's church culture? Is it a viable way for pastors to support their families while doing church ministry?

Today, I share some of my experiences working in bi-vocational ministry and offer some constructive ways to navigate this challenge.

Here is the free download I offered on...


Aug 7, 2015

When someone says they were "called" into ministry, exactly what does that mean? Should we assume that God spoke to them audibly?

How can a person really tell if God is calling them to church ministry as a vocation? We look at the right and wrong reasons people choose church ministry as a profession.

Here is the free...