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This Is What God Has Given You

John Pellowe John Pellowe

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this is what god has given you
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This entry is part 17 of 24 in the series Pastors: A Hope and a Future.

Having a heart of gratitude for everything God has done for you goes a long way towards keeping you humble and useful in your pastoral role as you serve God and your congregation. A heart of gratitude also preserves your attractiveness as a leader to the congregation you lead.

This post from July 17, 2017 will help you develop a grateful heart.

Gratitude: The key to longevity in Christian leadership
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