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Preaching
Boldly Speaking the Gospel No Matter the Cost
Because we are subjects of King Jesus, we can get caught up in the nations’ rage against God’s king. Read More »
Effectively Proclaiming the Gospel to an Idolatrous Culture
If we do not try and understand the paradigm of the people we are trying to reach, how then are we going to present the gospel in a way that touches their lives personally? Read More »
Preaching to Condemn: The Missed Opportunity
Too much preaching takes a sling-blade to the bruised reeds, then runs them over with a mower, then hacks at them with a machete, then tells them, “I have good news.” Read More »
One Pastor’s Sermon Preparation Process
I am certainly no expert in preaching or sermon preparation. However, I have found this process helpful in the weekly ministry of preaching. Read More »
Before You Preach this Easter
Pastor, remember with me: the gospel is sufficient for Easter Sunday and for every Sunday. Read More »
Four Preaching Don’ts to Avoid
We must constantly get better at preaching. There’s too much on the line not to. Read More »
4 Habits to Build an Effective Preaching Ministry
Finally, relax. Smile. Enjoy the work the Lord has called you to do; that he has entrusted you with. Read More »
4 Reasons Not to Overlook Joseph at Christmas
Joseph is the most likely person in the Christmas story to be overlooked. Should it be that way? Read More »
The Most Important Part of Your Sermon
Before you get them to the Place of the Skull outside Jerusalem, you must first meet them inside the city where they live. Read More »