Nuggets and Nuances—On Word Studies
Introduction When interpreting the Word of God, great care needs to be taken to understand words. If we as interpreters believe in verbal, plenary inspiration (and I do), then we must conclude that every word in the text appears as part of the plan of God. Even down to the exact tense and form of […]
On Plagarism In The Pulipit–Part 3
Introduction We have come a long way since the start of this short series addressing plagiarism in preaching. We began in article one by acknowledging the issue and giving some caveats when it comes to plagiarism in the pulpit—namely that preaching is a unique medium of communication which does not fit into the typical model […]
Praying for Saturation
Introduction I am praying for saturation this weekend! Let me explain what I mean. God has been giving us some much needed rain here in southern Minnesota. As I sit in my office today and watch the rain fall I can not help but remember the Scripture passage in which God describes His Word as rain that […]
Real Life Discipleship–Part 10
Introduction We are continuing our talk about discipleship. I hope you have been able to put some of what we have discussed into practice! Today I would like to talk about the importance of focusing on the Spirit over our skill in discipleship. A lot of emphasis is given to a disciple maker’s skills. Certainly, we do need to have some […]
Real Life Discipleship–Part 9
Intoduction One important aspect of discipleship that is not spoken of enough is the role of a “disciple maker.” If you are going to invest in the life of another, how should you view your role? Is it one of teacher? Master? Guru concerning all things spiritual? If we are not careful, we can easily […]
Real Life Discipleship–Part 8
Introduction We are continuing our discussion on discipleship. We have been talking about various ways that we can be involved in discipleship. Today I would like to talk about the importance of understanding your role as someone who makes disciples. Many times when we attempt to make an investment in the life of another, we […]
On Plagarism in the Pulpit–Part 2
Introduction In part one of this article I acknowledged the issue of plagiarism in the pulpit and how that it has recently (again) become a hot topic after more than one prominent and well-known pastors have been found to be “borrowing” large portions of material from another preacher. In the last article I also shared […]
On Plagarism in the Pulpit–Part 1
This issue is not new, though it has erupted again: plagiarism in the pulpit. Some of the most recent situations have involved prominent leaders in the Southern Baptist Convention, but the issue is certainly not limited to those circles. This weekend, I wasted ten minutes of my life that I can never get back watching […]
Real Life Discipleship–Part 7
Introduction Can you be a Christian without being a disciple? A lot of discussion exists on this topic today. The thought is common in our world today that a disciple of Jesus is a “spiritual guru.” Some say that being a “disciple” is for the “spiritual elite”—perhaps pastors and missionaries, but not the average professing believer. But this creates a […]
