Category Archives: Expository Preaching

Learning from the Master teacher

Jesus connected what they could see in creation and life with truths about eternal life to come. Through endless object lessons, he turned his listeners ears into eyes to help them see the truths he taught. Continue reading

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Should we always use the Bible in witnessing for Christ?

My title for this post might be a bit misleading… I think the diversity of models for outreach in Acts 17 deserves more thoughtful dialogue in the Church today. Continue reading

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When pastors study scripture

I find it invigorating when I hear a sermon based on a combination of thorough biblical exegesis, theological maturity and perceptive contemporary application. But I am sadly reticent to believe that messages of this kind are easily found in our Churches. Continue reading

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Expository Preaching

Some have been wrongly taught that the only way exposition can happen is by teaching through books of the Bible verse by verse. Continue reading

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A great danger for those called of God

If you teach Scripture, reflect on this good word of caution from Gordon Fee:
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10 attributes of good preaching

ten characteristics of preaching which serve as an excellent guide for pastors today. Continue reading

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