PASTORS NEEDS A PASTOR, TOO
PASTORS NEEDS A PASTOR, TOO Christians sometimes see pastors and church leaders as people who have “arrived” spiritually. Pastors and leaders sometimes see themselves that way, as a step above …
HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR PREACHING
HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR PREACHING I love preaching and teaching God’s Word. It’s an honor and great privilege to share the truths of the Bible with hungry hearts. I’ve been …
ARE YOU AN IDOLATOR?
ARE YOU AN IDOLATOR? Idolatry. When we hear the word we think of statues and figures made of wood, brass or gold. They are strange little things and we wonder …
EAGLES LIVING LIKE CHICKENS (How God Sees Us – 2)
EAGLES LIVING LIKE CHICKENS (How God Sees Us – 2) One day a farmer found an eagle egg and put it with his chickens who hatched and raised it. The …
SPIRITUAL IDENTITY THEFT (How God Sees You – 1)
SPIRITUAL IDENTITY THEFT (How God Sees You – 1) We hear a lot about identity theft today. Much time and money are spent protecting our identity so no one steals …
MINISTRY SCARS
MINISTRY SCARS There is a large scar on my left knee which I got almost 70 years ago from falling on a broken bottle. The wound has long since healed, …
The Praying Pastor
THE PRAYING PASTOR Many of the pastors I know (myself included) feel dissatisfied with their prayer life. Sometimes we let ourselves get too busy, other times we forget the importance …
The Importance of Expository Preaching
THE IMPORTANCE OF EXPOSITORY PREACHING The seminary I attended emphasized the importance of expository preaching. I’m glad they did. To exposit means to clarify, to expand or to make clear …
Do These Things Every Day
Despite the many labor-saving devices that have been invented in the last few decades, we seem to be busier than ever. Pastors especially have more to do than in previous …
THE HOLY SPIRIT AND YOUR PREACHING
THE HOLY SPIRIT AND YOUR PREACHING Do people come to church to hear our opinions, or the truth of God’s Word? Which are they receiving from you? Do we simply …