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In an article on “How to Fully Engage Listeners” for PreachingToday.com, Rob Bell writes: “I work on teachings for as long as four to six months, a year. You’d think I was obnoxious because if we go out to lunch I’ll be diagramming on a napkin. “If you’re married and I said, ‘Tell me about … Continue reading “Things Taste Better When They’ve Been Marinated”

Proverbs 19:17Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) sent the following letter to Benjamin Webb:April 22, 1784 Dear Sir,I received yours of the 15th instant, and the memorial it enclosed. The account they give of your situation grieves me I send you herewith a Bill for ten louis d’ors. I do not pretend to give such a sum; I only lend … Continue reading “Pay It Upward!”

During the 25 years of Preaching magazine’s publication history, books have played a major role in the publication. No wonder—books are the lifeblood of the preacher’s work. Because books play such a vital role in the life of the preacher, this publication has offered a key resource to help preachers know which volumes promise to … Continue reading “The 25 Most Influential Preaching Books of the Past 25 Years”

When it comes to preaching and teaching the Bible, we all fall short. Who hasn’t quoted the wrong reference or (worse) read the wrong passage of Scripture altogether? Who hasn’t, in the heat of the moment, accidentally gotten tie-tongued and credited Paul with the words of Peter? You may even find yourself creating a homiletical … Continue reading “Ten Commandments for Preaching”

Each year seems to bring new treasures to the preacher’s bookshelf, and 2009 was no exception. While there was not an abundance of publications in the field of homiletics, there were some quality offerings released in recent months. Several titles were legitimate contenders for our Preaching Book of the Year recognition this time, but the … Continue reading “The Year’s Best Preaching Books and the 2010 Preaching Book of the Year”

2 Corinthians 5:17 IntroductionDr. Alan Redpath (1907-1989) asked and answers the following, “Can a child know salvation at an early age? Yes, for many Christians can testify to real faith in Christ when only 4 or 5. They will grow in maturity as they grow in understanding as the years go by, but the seed … Continue reading “The Great Transaction”

In the most recent issue of his Ministry Toolbox newsletter, Rick Warren writes: “There were seven characteristics in the life of the Apostle Paul that I think made him the single most effective proponent of Christianity in history. He didn’t have a cell phone, airplane or the Internet; yet he was largely responsible for the … Continue reading “Know Where You Are Headed”

On Dec.15, 2009, the House of Representatives voted 412-12 in favor of enacting tough economic sanctions on Iran, in response to its leaders’ defiant insistence on building nuclear weapons. The Senate must do likewise. These sanctions are necessary to show Iran that we are serious. So far, the Iranian regime has openly mocked efforts by … Continue reading “Senate Must Follow House Vote to Sanction Iran”

Following the earthquake in Haiti, many people immediately began searching for ways to reach out and help. Contemporary Christian music artists and others recently presented a united front in this video: “Come Together Now” for Haiti. Share This On:

While overall membership may be increasing, only five of the top 25 churches in the nation are growing, according to the 2010 Yearbook of American and Canadian Churches. According to a Feb. 22, 2010, RNS report, the 10 largest Christian bodies remain unchanged from last year’s list with one exception. The Assemblies of God moved up … Continue reading “Catholics Up, Baptists Down for 2010”