Bible verses are hard to remember, because you’re trying to hang a tiny shred of Scripture on the flimsy hook of an arbitrary chapter and verse number. They lack context, which makes them not only harder to remember but less useful for disciple-making ministry, and potentially dangerous.
You’ve reached the end of a fantastic study. The group has been engaged, asking good questions; you feel like you’re seeing a group of people keen to apply the word of God to their lives. You reach the application questions. And nothing. No one comes up with anything.
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FRONT: News of great joy INSIDE: The angel said to them, "Do not be afaid. Listen, I am here to bring you good news of great joy which is for all the people; today, a Saviour has been born to you in the city of David. He is Christ the Lord." The Gospel of Luke, chapter 2, verses 10 to 11 Pack of 10 cards with envelopes.
In the ancient world, when a great king made a covenant with his people, the document included an account of history (scholars call it the historical prologue). The king underlined what he had done for his subjects, how he protected them, and so reminded them why they owed him loyalty.
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.
John Chapman gives tips to young preachers on how to give Christian talks.
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Chances are you know at least one person in your church suffering from an invisible illness. These are chronic conditions that have few outward signs but significantly impair daily living.