John, over at the Reformation Theology blog, posted an excerpt from Eric Alexander’s book, “What is Biblical Preaching?” Here is a sample of the posted excerpt: “Left to ourselves, we may do many things with a congregation. We may move them emotionally. We may attract them to ourselves personally, producing great loyalty. We may persuade [...]
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Eric Alexander on the Spiritual Nature of Preaching
Posted in Pastoral Ministry, Preaching, Regeneration on May 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Should We have an “Altar Call” in Church?
Posted in Evangelism / Missions, Gospel, Pastoral Ministry, Preaching, Regeneration, Worship on October 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
For various reasons (most importantly my understanding of regeneration), I do not give an altar call at the end of worship services where I am presiding as pastor / preacher. I often invite people to speak with me after the service if they have questions regarding anything in the sermon… not simply issues of salvation… but [...]
Believing in Jesus – John 2:23-3:15
Posted in Gospel, Gospel of John, Jesus Christ, Regeneration, The Holy Spirit on September 7, 2008 | 1 Comment »
The following is a sermon preached at Sunnyside Baptist Church on the morning of September 7, 2008. Who do people say Jesus is? Some think He was a good teacher? Or a Prophet of God? Or a legendary figure who is larger than life? What does the world around us believe about Jesus? More importantly… [...]
J.I. Packer’s Suggestions for Study to Young, Christian Leaders
Posted in Culture, Family, Pastoral Ministry, Regeneration on July 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Mark Driscoll recently interviewed J.I. Packer and one of the topics of discussion was areas of study which should be emphasized by young, Christian leaders in today’s cultural context. Here is Dr. Packer’s list of four important topics for study: 1) Regeneration. 2) God-centered Theology. 3) Godliness begins at Home. 4) The Doctrine of the [...]
The Nature of Saving Faith
Posted in Christian Life, Gospel, Reformed Theology, Regeneration, The Holy Spirit on July 26, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
2 Corinthians 4:3-6 (ESV) – 3 And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled only to those who are perishing. 4 In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is [...]
I am a Fool. Are You? – Psalm 53:1-3
Posted in Christian Life, Gospel, Psalms, Regeneration, Sin on July 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Psalm 53:1-3 (ESV) – 1 The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, doing abominable iniquity; there is none who does good. 2 God looks down from heaven on the children of man to see if there are any who understand, who seek after God. 3 They have all fallen [...]
Believing in Jesus – John 2:23-3:15
Posted in Gospel, Gospel of John, Regeneration, The Holy Spirit on June 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The following is a sermon preached at Maranatha Baptist Church on the morning of June 22, 2008. Who do people say Jesus is? Some think He was a good teacher? Or a Prophet of God? Or a legendary figure who is larger than life? What does the world around us believe about Jesus? More importantly… [...]
