Over the years, I have heard sermons (including mine) that contain lengthy exegesis of Scripture. While all good preaching is exegetical preaching, sustained exegesis over fifteen minutes here and fifteen minutes there is difficult to follow and falls short in effective communication. Some of the world’s best preachers even enter […]
Theology
One of my greatest blessings has been the opportunity to complete two theological degrees. Closely related to this blessing was when I served as a college and seminary professor. I am pro-formal theological education. I am thankful for the academy. I continue to serve as an adjunctive professor. However, one […]
On Theological Education
Many people will not share their thoughts about an issue until they have thought about what someone else thinks about the issue. They major in thinking about the thoughts of others. They are always looking over their shoulders because they do not feel that it is safe to think for […]
But What Do You Think?
“‘O Sovereign Lord, holy and true, how long before you will judge and avenge our blood on those who dwell on the earth?’” (Rev 6:10, ESV) . Last month, Open Doors USA, Advocacy Director, Kristin Wright noted that 2014 was the year for the highest level of global persecution of […]
Christian Persecution
I am thankful the day has finally arrived. Strike the Match is now public. I don’t know who created the idea of an “episode 0,” but I like it. It allows for a test run to work out the bugs. 0 says, “We’re not there yet; please be patient with […]
Strike the Match Episode 0
I feel; therefore, I do. I like this philosophy. Zeal is there. Passion is there. Motivation is there. It’s easy to get ‘er done. But what happens if the feeling is not there? That’s when it becomes difficult. I know; therefore, I do. If it ever comes down to feelings […]
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