In my theological tradition, the preparation and practice of preaching sometimes feel more like science. But I think we lose something if a sermon is primarily a position paper we could construct in a laboratory.
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Mystery Visit Reveals What Church Guests Are Thinking
Have you ever wondered what first-time guests are thinking as they drive away from your church after the service? Here are some insights.
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4 Things Mental Illness Teaches Us
Struggling with mental illness is not the end of the story. Yes, it’s painful. Yes, it doesn’t make sense some times. But Christ is our identity.
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Why Self-Control Is Actually the Path to Freedom
The Bible portrays self-control not as restrictive but rather as the path to freedom. It enables us to do what’s right—and ultimately what’s best for us.
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5 Tips to Grow Generosity in Your Church
Vision casting is more fun than vision funding, but we must “manage” both our churches and homes, according to our job descriptions (1 Timothy 3).
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Poll Finds “Dramatic and Sudden” Shift in America Toward Pro-Life Label
Americans are now evenly split between the pro-life and pro-choice labels, after a 9-percentage-point jump in those calling themselves pro-life.
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