For All the Saints endorsement/review

My fellow PCA pastor Ron Steel was kind enough to send me this warm review/endorsement for my little book, For All the Saints: praying for the church.

Ed Eubanks is wise to tremble, as he says, at the prospect of writing a book on prayer, but I am glad that the women’s prayer ministry at his church in western Tennessee prevailed upon him to set aside his understandable timidity and write this practical little treatise on praying for the church. The topics covered in the space of just 88 pages range widely over a number of arenas needing focused intercession from “all the saints”. Prayer in behalf of Christ’s church is both our great privilege and the source of spiritual power in being and doing all that our Sovereign Lord has designed and destined the church to be and do. Some of these areas of focus in prayer include unity, the ministry of Word and Sacrament, church discipline and restoration, fellowship and growth, the lost, renewal and revival, suffering, church leadership and the return of Christ. The section at the end of each chapter called “prayer summary” is worth the price of the book. Together these sections compose an impressive prayer list for those committed to upholding their church in prayer. Few have been able to compose something on prayer that is sensitive to the theology of prayer while being intensely practical in providing specific guidance in what to pray. Many will find, as I have, this little book to be large in usefulness."
Ronald Steel
recently Senior Pastor of Twin Oaks Presbyterian Church, Ballwin, Missouri.

Thanks Ron!

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Grafted Into The Vine

I recently had another book (or booklet, actually) come out; this one is called Grafted Into The Vine: rethinking biblical church membership. It's available for only $3.75 in print, or a mere 99¢ as a digital/eBook.

Here's what author and professor T. David Gordon (Why Johnny Can't Preach, Why Johnny Can't Sing Hymns) said about my booklet:

"This volume clearly, gently, and biblically addresses why believers should care about and be members of Christ's visible church on earth. It is convincing without being argumentative, and instructive without being pedantic. Thoughtful Christians will be rewarded for the small amount of effort it takes to read this good book."

The book is available through the Doulos Resources eStore, or via Amazon and other outlets. I'd be really grateful if you would check it out! (Maybe even "like" it on Amazon, and/or leave a review!)

From M.Div. to Rev. -- endorsement #3

As my 10s of readers will surely know by now, my book From M.Div. to Rev.: making an effective transition from seminary into pastoral ministry will be published later this year (probably in the summer) by Doulos Resources. I posted my first endorsement from Dr. Rod Culbertson of Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte) back in January, and my second endorsement from Bishop Will Willimon in February.

My friend Mark Dalbey sent along another endorsement. Mark's endorsement is so valuable to me, not only because he is my friend, but also because he is VP of Academics and Faculty Development and Assistant Professor of Practical Theology at Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis. When I was a student there, Mark taught the elective class on "Candidating and Transition into Ministry" and several times honored me with an invitation to lecture on this material as part of that class.

Here is Mark's endorsement:

"I have been looking for this book for over a decade. Finally it has been written. Ed Eubanks has captured and written what every seminary student seeking a ministry call needs to discover. The biblical and theological foundation and perspective are strong. The sensitivity to the range of struggles and challenges a candidate for a ministry position goes through is very pastoral. The extremely practical and detailed information from start to finish is incredibly helpful. This is the precious gem that has been sought after by many for a long time. I heartily recommend it to seminary students. It will also be very helpful to already ordained pastors seeking subsequent calls after their first call."

Help Doulos Resources

For the last 2+ years, this blog has been hosted by and associated with Doulos Resources, something of a "parent ministry" for my work in researching and reflecting on pastoral transition. During that time, Doulos Resources has grown and expanded in surprising ways!

During that time also, I've received a number of e-mails and phone calls about pastoral transition. I've had the blessing and privilege of encouraging pastors and seminarians in their candidacy and placement into a new pastoral call. I have counseled with those considering transition. I've helped search committees with the "big picture" and also been able to help some make connections with candidates they eventually called. It is such an honor to serve Christ's church and the pastors He has called to minister to His church in this way.

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From M.Div. to Rev. -- endorsement #2

As I've mentioned before, my book From M.Div. to Rev.: making an effective transition from seminary into pastoral ministry will be published later this year (probably in the summer) by Doulos Resources. I've begun to receive endorsements from those who have gotten an advance look at the book, and I posted my first endorsement from Dr. Rod Culbertson of Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte) back in January.

I received my second endorsement recently, this time from Dr. Will Willimon. Dr. Willimon is an author, and a Bishop in the United Methodist Church in Birmingham, AL. He is a former professor of Duke Divinity School, and served as the Dean of the Chapel at Duke as well. He has also served several congregations as a Pastor. I'm so honored by Dr. Willimon's words:

Here is a book full of wisdom and practical advice for new pastors making the most important transition of their ministry – the move from thinking about ministry in seminary to practicing ministry in the parish. Ed Eubanks has poured his great experience and theologically informed insights into this lively look at the crucial first days of ministry. I highly recommend this very helpful book.

From M.Div. to Rev.-- first endorsement

You may be aware that much of the content of this blog will soon be a book, entitled From M.Div. to Rev.: making an effective transition from seminary into pastoral ministry. The book should be out later this year.

The first endorsement for the book has come in, from Dr. Rod Culbertson, Jr., who is Associate Professor of Practical Theology, Dean of Student Development, and Director of the Institute for Reformed Campus Ministry at Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, NC. Here's Dr. Culbertson's endorsement:

“Ed Eubanks has provided a much needed resource for aspiring ministers, one which is thorough, comprehensive and extraordinarily practical. If you are on the verge of graduating from seminary and pursuing a call to the ministry you will find From M.Div. to Rev.: making an effective transition from seminary into pastoral ministry invaluable. I highly recommend it!”

"Black Friday" Sale

For my tens of readers: Doulos Resources is having a "Black Friday" sale for Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28.

All resources are 30% off, no limits! To take advantage of the sale, visit the Doulos Resources E-Store and use this discount code: CTZNJ6EG.