"We must be intentional about communicating the whole counsel of God to the whole family of God."
I might or might not be invited back. Either way, there’s no lasting harm.
Preaching is a certain kind of speech carried out by certain kinds of people.
Oddly, some preachers today avoid extending Gospel invitations when they preach. That seems so unbiblical and strange. Why tell people about salvation and not give them the chance to receive it? Why offer living water and not invite people to taste and see that the Lord is good?
What makes the difference between someone who grows in preaching versus someone who doesn't?
Women are not supposed to be elders or pastors in the Christian church according to what the Scriptures teach. Scripture backs this fact up.
If you're engaged in expository preaching, chances are you've had to preach a text you don't fully understand.
At the risk of oversimplifying our complex personalities, let me suggest three main preaching styles (and you could argue leadership styles as well); Prophet, Priest and King.
Leaders must be self-aware, but is there something more to great leadership?
Ecclesiastes is often the book a lot of preachers don't like to touch. But the preacher who shares its wisdom with his or her congregation will be blessed!
What type of preacher are you? Our personality types, experiences, and values all tend to shape the type of preacher we are. At the risk of over simplifying our complex personalities, let me suggest 3 main preaching styles (and you could argue leadership styles as well); Prophet, Priest, and King. Becoming aware of our proclivity towards …
Preaching is a journey, not a destination. It is a craft that requires time, discipline, feedback and continual improvement.
Recently, I was with a number of ministers from across the country. Many of them were fairly young. I would guess that most of these young ministers are conscientious people who want to do the right thing for their church. I have preached for over three decades. I know many preachers. Most of them are […]
I want others to know the power of the gospel the same way she does.
There are so many great reasons to preach this book to your congregation, but allow me to offer you three.
When I open God’s Word, it is to ask God to speak to me, and me alone.