The Christian Ministry

Charles Bridges (1794 - 1869) was a theologian and preacher in the Church of England and a contemporary of J.C. Ryle. Though he is known for his 'Exposition of Psalm 119,' he is best known for his book 'The Christian Ministry.'In this practical exploration of this important topic, Bridges masterfully discusses any and all aspects of the Christian ministry. For example, how to discern one's calling, how to study well, how to spiritually prepare for the important task of shepherding God's flock, and even how to minister to hard cases who are in need of guidance.This book definitely belongs at the top of any list for pastors or potential pastors to read.This eBook edition of The Christian Ministry by Charles Bridges is based on the 1844 sixth edition of the book, published by Seeley, Burnside and Seeley. Changes have been made to the formatting of the text - in particular an active table of contents has been added and the footnotes and editors' notes have been removed in order to promote a more fluid reading experience.