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SAN DIEGO, CA — Hispanic megachurch Iglesia Cristiana Segardores de Vida in Hollywood, Fla., has been named the fastest-growing church in America on the Outreach 100 Fastest-Growing U.S. Churches list, published Sept. 27, 2007, exclusively in Outreach magazine’s annual Outreach 100 Special Issue. The magazine’s cover features Ruddy Gracia, co-pastor with his wife, Maria, of … Continue reading “Fastest-Growing U.S. Churches”

In a discussion about expository preaching with PreachingTodaySermons.com, Bryan Chapell explains the 3:00 an test, and why it matters to preachers: “If your spouse or roommate were to roll you out of bed at 3 A.M. and ask, “What is the sermon about this Sunday morning?” if you cannot answer in one crisp sentence, the … Continue reading “The 3:00 AM Test”

Here’s a surprise to no one: church income and pastoral salaries have a strong correlation. In an article by Kevin Miller concerning the forthcoming 2008 Compensation for Church Staff Handbook, he observes, “Briefly, if you want to earn more as a senior pastor, become a Presbyterian. If you want to earn more as a youth pastor, … Continue reading “Pastors and Pay”

(KERRVILLE, TEXAS) — The H. E. Butt Foundation has named The Rev. Dr. Mark D. Roberts senior director and scholar-in-residence and Steven D. Purcell as director of Laity Lodge, a Christian ecumenical retreat center located in the Texas Hill Country-one of the only retreat facilities in the nation that integrates theology and scripture with a … Continue reading “Laity Lodge Announces New Leadership”

From the Editor: Lost in Translation Articles: The Danger of Process Being a Good PreacherWithout Trying Illustrations: PrayerWorryGenerosityWorry Link of the Week Preacher’s Bookshelf Humor And Finally…   “If you preach to hurting hearts, you will never want for a congregation; there is one in every pew.”   (Joseph Parker)   Sign up now for … Continue reading “PreachingNOW – Vol. 6, No. 35”

Dr. Michael Horton will appear on 60 Minutes this Sunday, October 14, to discuss the ministry of televangelist Joel Osteen and whether or not Osteen’s motivational message is more about self-help than a true representation of the Christian faith.  60 Minutes airs on CBS Sundays at 7 p.m. ET/PT (check local listings). When the producers … Continue reading “’60 Minutes’ to Discuss Osteen”

Dry Ridge, KY — There is a crisis brewing in the Church: a growing epidemic of sexual addiction among women. A new book from Pure Life Ministries by authors Steve and Kathy Gallagher, Create in Me a Pure Heart, explores the scope of the problem and provides biblical answers for the church and the struggling … Continue reading “Growing Crisis in Church”

From the Editor: Forgiveness Articles: Most Influential Churches Retell The Story Illustrations: Leadership, FocusGamblingConfusion, FarmingPreaching, Warnings Link of the Week Preacher’s Bookshelf Humor And Finally…   “Too many Christians think they are prosecuting attorneys or judges when, in reality, God has called all of us to be witnesses.” (Warren Wiersbe)   Sign up now for … Continue reading “PreachingNOW – Vol. 6, No. 36”

In an article on “What’s Wrong With Buying Lottery Tickets?” Hal Lane observes, “Legalized gambling teaches the following principles: Gambling is good. The state will give its seal of approval to a practice that has led many into addictive and destructive lifestyles. They will be sanctioning a false hope of instant wealth that has resulted … Continue reading “What Gambling Teaches Us”

“I try to leave them better off than they were before,” is how Joel Osteen defined the endgame for his multi-million dollar ministry of self-help and empowerment during a recent twelve minute segment on CBS’ “60 Minutes.” The title of the segment was “Joel Osteen Answers His Critics.” Ironically, the segment may have only bolstered … Continue reading “For Joel Osteen, Theology is Optional”