Last week I started a sequence of posts that include observations at this point in my life and ministry. In talking about preaching, I said, “Be yourself . . . Don’t mimic the manner or channel the personality of other preachers. Develop your own... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
My filing system shows that I recently preached my 2000th sermon. This year I will complete 25 years of pastoral ministry. Praise God for His grace. I want to write down some of the things I have learned along the way. I think I’ll do it in 3-4... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Some people have internal struggles that others don’t know about. They sometimes share their inner turmoil with the people closest to them. This mental, emotional, and spiritual anguish may be related to doubt, worry, lust, anger, guilt, inadequacy,... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
IMPLEMENTING GRACE GIVING Most of what I have shared previously unpacks the biblical basis for Grace Giving. See Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. This final article will focus on the practical application of these biblical truths. Once you understand Grace... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
This will be a newsy update on a few important things going on in the life of our church and my preaching and teaching. I’ll return to the Grace of Giving series of articles and complete it within the next couple of weeks. Last night we (the... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
THE OBJECTIVES OF GRACE GIVING It’s time to get practical. So far, we’ve looked at grace giving as a biblical principle and concept. Please read parts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 which are foundational to this article. To whom and what should we give? As we... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I talked to people. A teacher led us through a study and discussion of Mark 12. I prayed with three other men. I went home. As I left, I realized I felt spiritually nourished and refreshed. But I go to church all the time. Because I’m a Christian,... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
THE CONCEPT OF GRACE GIVING If you haven’t already, I encourage you to read Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4. This article will stand somewhat alone, but is best understood within the context of the overall biblical teaching on giving. Most Christians... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
GIVING IN THE NEW TESTAMENT Today’s Christian gains big-picture understanding of what the Bible teaches about financial giving by learning the Old Testament background and foundational truths related to the subject. This was presented in the... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
GIVING IN THE OLD TESTAMENT We’re examining what the Bible says to today’s Christian about financial giving. I encourage you to read Part 1 and Part 2 if you haven’t already. They are essential to knowing how the following information fits in the... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
