Learning Obedience by Suffering One of the most mysterious statements about Christ in the Bible appears in Hebrews 5:8: “Though he were a Son, yet
Preaching (and any gospel truth-telling) in the Secular Age must not be concerned about a shift in social meta-constructs, meta-narratives, outworn literary forms, or the
Pastoral Ministry is difficult when it is unopposed. When challenged, it can call for the patience of Job and the wisdom of Solomon. The trials
Let’s say you are called upon to share with a small group or a large congregation the recent happenings at Vacation Bible School, a missions
Principles for Evangelism The Gospel according to Luke describes what “Jesus began to do and teach” leading up to his crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension. Acts,
Pastors read homiletical commentaries. Well, you might respond with the question, “What is a homiletical commentary?” Brother, I’m glad you asked! There are numerous types
Sight is a clear literary theme in the Road to Emmaus story (Luke 24:13-35). Cleopas and his buddies saw Jesus but didn’t really see him.
Brothers, preach hard books. During our church’s new members class, our pastors make a case for expository preaching. It is one of our church’s most