Abel

Follower of Jesus. Husband. Father. Pastor. Senior Engineer. Bilingual.

1 Cor 2:2. Eph 3:7. Acts 20:24

[Abel @ElectExilee]

Lord willing —Next week will be busy at our church with VBS! Praying for fruitful time. The theme is from @Lifeway and we anticipate 100-150 kids.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

I will bless the LORD at all times;
his praise shall continually be in my mouth.
My soul makes its boast in the LORD;
let the humble hear and be glad.
Oh, magnify the LORD with me,
and let us exalt his name together!
— Psalm 34:1-3

[Abel @ElectExilee]

If you're a church in a city that is hosting World Cup games, it's a big opportunity for evangelism.

Go to the watch parties or host one.
Go where the fan fest is located.
Go near the stadium on game day.

See @NAMB_SBC for helpful tips.

[📖Matthew Everhard @matt_everhard]

Street Preaching & Open Air Evangelism:
✅Thousands Heard
✅Hundreds received tracts
✅Dozens of Gospel Conversations
✅A Few Professions and Renewals

[Abel @ElectExilee]

@matt_everhard Keep it up!! 👏👏

[Abel @ElectExilee]

This Lords Day we will have 3 deacons installed with a fitting sermon from 1 Pet. 4:10-11. I'm rejoicing. My prayer is that God will use it to give zeal to current deacons and all ministry leaders.

Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.
— Romans 12:11

[Abel @ElectExilee]

@Literal_Word 1. Can you please add CSB?
2. Can you please allow verse numbers included when copying to share Scripture passages?

[Abel @ElectExilee]

@NeilShenvi Good work! Please remember to clarify use of the term race vs ethnicities. Ethnicity or people groups is more accurate term than race.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

The Truth and Unity Amendment received 74.66% of the votes and is in a much stronger position to win the 66% needed next year. Glad to contribute to this outcome at the SBC by sending a messenger from our church.

1 Chronicles 12:32 - We need men leading who understand the times.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

I will be teaching evangelism class at our church to equip the saints for the work of ministry. This is the book we selected for the class.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

Today we celebrated baptism of a brother who's going to serve 13 months of prison time for his past sin in business practice. Truly blessed Lord's Day gathering!

"if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come."
(2 Cor. 5:17)

[Abel @ElectExilee]

Yesterday, I enjoyed Brazil vs Egypt friendly match in preparation for World Cup 2026. It was great to see Mo Salah, Vini Jr and Carlo Ancelotti.

According to my judgment, Brazil will not win World cup 2026 with the current crop of talent in the team.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

@coconservative7 What awaits him if he doesn’t repent.
Gloom of utter darkness.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

The truth is that you haven't yet known 99.9% the blessings of the Christian life, because they're in the world to come.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

At our church, we identity this role on staff as "worship team leader" and not a worship pastor.

All elders at our church lead in worship—The call to worship, Confession of sin, Assurance of Pardon, Preaching, Lord’s Supper and Benediction. They're shepherding in worship.

[Luke Simmons @lukedsimmons]

Ironwood Church in Arizona is hiring a Worship Pastor. It’s a great job — healthy growing church, great volunteer musicians, expanded sanctuary with excellent gear.

We’re looking for a:

🐑 Pastoral Leader: Leads worship as a shepherd, not just a musician.

🎸 Musical Leader: Strong enough musically to earn trust in a skilled room.

💪 Courageous Builder: Brings “say it with your chest” leadership.

🌱 Selfless Developer: Builds a team that goes beyond themselves.

💬 Clear Communicator: Communicates with clarity, warmth, and follow-through.

If you or somebody you know would be a good fit, hit us up.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

Private compromise often precedes public collapse. Many ministry failures begin long before they are exposed. One of the greatest prayers an elder can pray is:

"Lord, do not let me become two different men."

A public elder and a private man must be the same person.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

The church benefits most from elders who walk with God, not merely elders who work for God.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

Today I had my wife next to me at church holding our newborn & singing with us.

I'm wealthy and blessed! 🙌

[Abel @ElectExilee]

Many virtues cannot be downloaded through study. They are forged through years of carrying burdens faithfully.

The young man who learns submission to God through difficulty often becomes the older man who can steady others during difficulty.

[Abel @ElectExilee]

@danitreweek @mbird12 I totally understand! I will remove my post to help avoid the stress this app can bring your way in communication. Thank you for your patience with me. Grace to you in Christ!

[Abel @ElectExilee]

@danitreweek @mbird12 Greetings my dear sister,
In all honesty, I did not see your response in the comments when I saw the post. I'm seeking in good faith to understand more about you & your understanding. Thank you for the clarification, much appreciated.