11/17/15 Boldness
READING: Acts 4-6 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Some days I wonder how much passion I really have for Jesus. Just when I think it’s strong, I read texts like some that I read today —…
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10 Problems with Sermon Illustrations
I once heard a professor say that a sermon illustration is “a window that lets the light in on the truth of the Word.” I like that picture (that is, an illustration itself . . .) to help me understand the importance of illustrating truths.
Read More11/16/15 Filled with the Spirit
READING: Acts 1-3 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Today begins our readings in the book of Acts, a book that focuses on the power of the Spirit. As I grew…
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A Personal Word to Fathers
The connection between a father and child is very special. Handle this privilege with care.
Read More11/15/15 Breakfast Time
READING: Luke 24, John 20-21 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Today’s reading brings to the end our reading of the four Gospels — and the focus is again…
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An Encouraging Word for Church Leaders for Today
Acts 4:31 “And when they had prayed, the place in which they were gathered together was shaken, and they were all filled with the…
Read MoreA Challenge to Preachers
When I was a young preacher, a godly man introduced me to the writings and preaching of Vance Havner. This Havner quote challenges me to…
Read More11/14/15 Come, See the Place
READING: Matthew 28, Mark 16 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: It was an amazing day. Jesus, the Son of God, had been crucified and buried. The women…
Read More11/13/15 A Secret Disciple
READING: Luke 23, John 18-19 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Joseph of Arimathea was a rich and devout man (Matt. 27:57, Mark 15:43) who was a member of the Sanhedrin (Luke 23:51)….
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What Your Pastor Might be Wrestling with Today
Here are some things your pastor might be wresting with today.
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