In a post at J.D. Greear’s website, pastor Brad Hambrick offers seven points about preaching to people who claim same-sex attraction (SSA). Here are three of them: “The greatest impact of any sermon is not in the one-hour service with God’s people gathered, but in conversations and applications during the other 167 hours of the … Continue reading “7 Keys to Preaching on Homosexuality”
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Preaching and the Public Square
It’s an election year; and if you’ve been watching the debates and news programs, you know it’s been a wild and crazy season. What is the role of the church in dealing with political and social issues in today’s culture? That’s the topic that will guide discussion at this year’s National Conference on Preaching, May … Continue reading “Preaching and the Public Square”
You Are Receiving Your Comfort
“Woe to you who are rich for you are receiving your comfort in full” (Luke 6:24, NASB). Recently, my wife and I were celebrating our anniversary in Mexico, staying at the Mayan Palace Resort at Rocky Point Mexico. We had been blessed by receiving a surprising upgrade to the Grand Mayan section of this luxurious … Continue reading “You Are Receiving Your Comfort”
The Tomb Is Still Empty
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And Finally It’s a Bird; It’s aNo, It Really Is a Bird
It just goes to show things are not always as they appear. A Bakersfield, Calif., weather forecaster’s morning broadcast was interrupted when he was attacked by a giant bird. OK, it was actually just a regular bird that flew up to a camera so it appeared much larger to viewers. According to a March 16, … Continue reading “And Finally It’s a Bird; It’s aNo, It Really Is a Bird”
7 Steps in Leading Change
In an article at Chuck Lawless’ website, Pastor Brandon Connor offers seven issues to consider in leading change in your church. Here are four of them: “Leading people through change is an inevitable part of leadership. In order to lead effectively, however, leaders must see change as a process more than a decision or a … Continue reading “7 Steps in Leading Change”
Preaching the Resurrection
This Sunday is the most significant day of the year for most churches. If your church is at all typical, then Easter Sunday will be the largest attendance you see all year. Those counts will include a number of people who won’t make another appearance inside a church for the next year, so this is … Continue reading “Preaching the Resurrection”
Quick Trip Through Ephesians
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And Finally A Sour Experience with the Law
Don’t they sell lemons in New Zealand? According to a March 24, 2016, UPI story, “a woman was sent back to Hong Kong from an airport in New Zealand after attempting to smuggle lemons into the country by hiding them in her pants.” Security dogs at Auckland Airport smelled the fruit as she arrived on … Continue reading “And Finally A Sour Experience with the Law”
6 Rules for Your Church Parking Lot
In a recent article, Thom Rainer offers 10 commandments for church parking lots. Here are the first six he suggests: “The Word of God and His truths are foundational and much more important, but to neglect practical ministry is to be unwise and, perhaps, even sinful. "Through the years, I have gathered untold volumes of … Continue reading “6 Rules for Your Church Parking Lot”