I recently heard an interview with Christian George in which he quoted a small phrase found in a Charles Spurgeon sermon. The phrase, though small, is quite profound: “Think much on grace, Christian.” We don’t think much as entertainment-stricken 21st century Americans. We do just about everything to avoid it. But when we do think, […]
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A Short, Practical Guide to Preaching
There is not a one size fits all method or structure of preaching. There are many ways to study, structure, and faithfully deliver the Word of God to God’s people. That being said, I will mention three important elements to consider in your study and delivery of God’s Word. You could consider this “Preaching 101” […]
Plastic Eggs and a Resurrected Lord
Easter is right around the corner. For far too many Evangelical churches that means pulling out all the bells, whistles, gimmicks, and tricks of the trade to try and attract as many outsiders as possible. Everything from Easter egg hunts, to pictures with an Easter rabbit, or the usual helicopter egg drop – it’s all […]
No Hopin’ in Me
I have a friend who questions me about my Calvinism on a regular basis. I love it. He recently asked me, “Where’s the hope in believing that everything is out of your control?” With a smile and no hesitation I replied, “That’s exactly where it is. My hope lies in the fact that salvation lies […]
Proceed at Once to the Text
I was reading a sermon by Charles Spurgeon not too long ago, wherein his opening remarks he stated, “Let us proceed at once to the text!” That little, almost insignificant phrase struck me in a way that made me pause. No jokes, no personal stories, no novelty; just procession to the text. How could the […]