Not too long ago the Lord enabled me to preach through the book of Nehemiah in its entirety. It was a marvelous experience, one that went far better than I anticipated, but it was also much more of a mental workout than I expected.
Bible-believing Christians have always recognized the category of the tender-hearted soul. This is the true believer who is nonetheless overly anxious, almost obsessive, about their spiritual state.
I’ve learned to do a few simple, specific things that have transformed hospital visitation from a labourious drudgery into a true means of grace—both for the person I’m visiting and for my own soul.
Should every Christian aspire to be a bibliophile? Only if every Christian desires to be increasingly conformed to the image of Christ.
Why not consider reading them?
Insert into your sermon a short (4-6 minutes) explanation of the main truths about who Jesus is and what he has done, along with an exhortation to repent and believe.
While I’ve loved and admired Calvin’s theology and ministry for a couple of decades, up until relatively recently my perception of Calvin’s personality was rather negative. I looked at him as the theological equivalent of Batman.
If you’ve preached more than, say, a dozen sermons you’ve certainly experienced mental fog. This phenomenon can cause you to panic in the pulpit, and in your panic you can make your sermon much worse.
A tried-and-tested selection of books, graphic novels, and videos for helping children learn about the Reformation.
Some wisdom and reflections from an experienced pastor.