Redeeming ‘Whatever” (Part 1)

Christian Life, Ministry

Part Two “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever...
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If You Want To Be A Leader, You’ve Got To Be A Reader

Ministry

You’re a pastor, aspiring pastor, or church planter, which means you’re busy. Not to go all DeYoung on you, but you’re “crazy...
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How To Plan Out A Sermon Series

Ministry

An email appeared in my box the other day with a question bursting with relevance: “I’m brand new to the game of weekly preaching...
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Leading and Learning From Past Mistakes

Ministry

As a teenager, my buddy fancied himself a hotshot skateboarder. Trying to do an ollie (a jump and...
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Preacher’s Toolkit: What Role Does the Spirit Play in My Preaching?

Ministry

This article was original published on The Gospel Coalition. The moment arrives. Whispering a prayer for grace, the preacher stands and...
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You Can’t Get Into Ministry By Trying To Get Into Ministry

Ministry

Most careers travel a traditional path to the top. Being a lawyer starts with getting a law degree. Then comes the Bar Exam, and if you...
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Comforting Others: The Surprising Twist To Our Afflictions

Ministry

How does God create a person who is skilled in comforting others? We naturally think about DNA and...
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How Long Should It Take Me to Prepare a Sermon?

Ministry

This is an easier question to ask than answer. It’s tempting to reply with the time-honored standard of “15 hours” and move merrily...
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Remembering David Powlison

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Two weeks ago, I returned home from the funeral of David Powlison. Walking in our front door, I strode into the kitchen and grabbed a...
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A Prayer for Sojourn Network

Ministry

As an expression of unity and affection, the Sojourn Network board invited me to their Spring...
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