A few months ago for our anniversary my wife and I enjoyed a couples retreat. During this retreat we also enjoyed a couples massage. It was weird. Incredibly weird. But that is a story for a different time. I think… Continue Reading
Tim Keller believes that our churches need gospel renewal. One means to accomplish this is through the faithful preaching of God’s Word. In his book, Center Church, Keller lists five characteristics that define preaching for gospel renewal. Preach to distinguish… Continue Reading
I am a fan of NBC’s Parks and Recreation. Towards the end of last season the main character, Leslie Knope, was running for councilwoman. In one particular episode Leslie goes bowling to win votes, particularly the vote of a guy… Continue Reading
Charles Spurgeon was the master of sermon illustrations. In his helpful Lectures to My Students he devotes five chapters (105 pages) of his work to the the importance of using good illustrations. At one point he encourages ministers to train… Continue Reading