Yesterday, I heard several people refer to the sermon at the Royal Wedding. I went to the official website for the Royal Wedding and read a transcript of the sermon spoken by Dr. Richard Chartres, Anglican Bishop of London. The sermon is very good. There is several lines which I particularly like. I have highlighted… Continue reading Words Worth Hearing–The Royal Wedding Sermon
Month: April 2011
Ministry Inside.44
Each Thursday this particular series “Ministry Inside,” is published especially for church leaders, pastors, ministers, elders, etc. That doesn’t mean you should pass on reading this if you are not in one of these roles. You might find this interesting. 1. The following interview is with Nancy Duarte (author of Slide:ology and Resonate). Her material… Continue reading Ministry Inside.44
Warning: Dead Silence Can Do Damage
 Silence can be deadly. It happened a number of years ago in a meeting. All those present had been Christians for many years. All were church leaders. One man present was having a difficult time on a number of fronts. He began to express this to the group. Finally he stopped talking. The group was… Continue reading Warning: Dead Silence Can Do Damage
The Dangerous Business of Playing It Safe
Playing it safe can sometimes be quite dangerous. One can choose to play it safe and refuse to risk, venture out, or try anything new. Yet, a fear-based life comes at a price. Of course there are times when it might be wise to hesitate before speaking or doing. I am not suggesting that one… Continue reading The Dangerous Business of Playing It Safe
The Cry of Jesus (Mark 15:33-39)
I won’t forget that wail. I was a young minister who had just moved to a small town. One afternoon a young man from our church called and told me there had been a terrible accident. A friend of his had been checking the fences around his property. In the back of the truck was… Continue reading The Cry of Jesus (Mark 15:33-39)
Ministry Inside.43
Each Thursday, I post “Ministry Inside” which is intended to be helpful to those who serve as pastors, ministers, elders, and church leaders in general. I suspect those who are not in these roles may find something here to either be interesting or helpful. 1. Do you tweet? Don’t underestimate the usefulness of this. The… Continue reading Ministry Inside.43
When Adults Refuse to Grow Up
Have you ever known a man or a woman who refused to grow up? (This person could have been a preacher or an elder in your church.) “Adult” ought to suggest something desirable. One would think an adult or a mature person might inspire or in some way cause us to do better. Yet: Have… Continue reading When Adults Refuse to Grow Up
Ministry Inside.42
1. Any minister is challenged to be creative. Be sure to read L. L. Barkat’s post “ How to Work Like a Genius.” Interesting comments about Albert Einstein’s work habits. You might also enjoy the post I wrote last week “How to Make Space for Good Thinking.” Ministers really need to give thought to habits… Continue reading Ministry Inside.42
What We Think About God Matters
I like this video. Well done. A reminder that what we think about God matters.
10 Suggestions for Better Preaching (Part 2 of 2)
The following are suggestions for better preaching. (See Part one here.) 1. Talk to people as if they are intelligent (they are) but resist the urge to prepare a sermon for a seminary professor. You are now before the people of the congregation. You are not trying to impress your professor. You are trying to… Continue reading 10 Suggestions for Better Preaching (Part 2 of 2)