From Where I Stand
This past Sunday, July 13, 2008 marked for me, the completion of 19 years of work with the South Green Street Church of Christ in Glasgow, KY. Now, I know that today, as I begin working in my 20th...
View ArticleGraceless Preaching
Not long ago, I read a book written by a brother who set out to describe the preaching that took place 60 to 70 years ago. Here is what he said: “The sermons just seemed so harsh and graceless…If you...
View ArticleThe Work of a Preacher In One Word
Earlier this week, Neal Pollard, preacher for the Bear Valley Church of Christ in Denver, CO, and director of the Bear Vally Bible Institute asked several preachers if they would write a short article...
View ArticleIn Defense of Storytelling
“Our preacher doesn’t preach the Bible, he just tells stories.” “All he does is use a few verses, and the rest of the time he tells stories.” “In recent years, Bible preaching has given way to...
View ArticleShooting Yourself in the Foot
As you probably know, I’m a fan of the Andy Griffith Show. Of course, one of my favorite characters is Barney Fife. If I’m not mistaken (and you Mayberry trivia buffs can correct me if I’m wrong),...
View ArticlePreacher’s Kids
I am a “Preacher’s Kid,” otherwise known as a “PK.” I must admit that I had never even heard of a “PK” until I went to college. For me, growing up as a “Preacher’s Kid” wasn’t any different from...
View ArticlePreaching on the Cutting Edge
Click to view slideshow. We’re within a couple weeks of Father’s Day, so I thought I would say a few words about my dad and make a point at the same time. This week, my dad will complete 61 years of...
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