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Hacksaw Ridge is a difficult movie to watch due to its violent combat scenes, but it tells the story of an extraordinary man named Desmond Doss. Doss was a devout Seventh-Day Adventist and pacifist. When World War II broke out, he wanted to do his part but did not want to carry a gun. He…
Read MorePreaching the Saving Power of the Cross
By Jay Strother What is love? A group of professional counselors posed the question to a group of 4–8-year-olds, “What does love mean?” The answers they received were broader and deeper than anyone would have imagined: Max got it right. Pastor/theologian John Stott put it this way: “Only one act of pure love, unsullied by…
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An Episcopal church in England holds monthly wrestling matches in a bid to attract people and share the gospel. It is the brainchild of Gareth Thompson who is both a pro-wrestler and a Jesus follower. The matches take place in the nave of the church. Natasha Thomas, the church’s vicar, was not sure about the…
Read MoreIllustration: Sometimes You Just Have to Ask
A sweet grandmother telephoned Mount Sinai Hospital. She timidly asked, “Is it possible to speak to someone who can tell me how a patient is doing?” The operator said “I’ll be glad to help, Dear. What’s the name and room number?” The grandmother in her weak tremulous voice said, “Holly Finkel in room 302.” The…
Read MoreBeing a Braveheart Pastor
by Ron Walters A quarter-century ago, Hollywood celebrated its latest blockbuster – Braveheart. The movie – directed by and starring Mel Gibson – told the life story of 13th century Scottish warrior William Wallace and his attempt to free Scotland from English tyranny. Braveheart was nominated for ten Academy Awards, winning five – including Best…
Read MorePreaching Biographically: An Interview with Charles Swindoll
Through his books and Insight for Living radio broadcast, Charles Swindoll has become one of America’s best-known preachers. Following his service as President of Dallas Theological Seminary, he became the founding pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, Texas. He was interviewed by Preaching editor Michael Duduit. Preaching: Several of your books have originated in sermon series on…
Read MoreMore than a Holiday
As Christians, we must be careful to not allow the Christmas season to be reduced to nothing more than a holiday.
Read MoreChristmas and the Church: The Spirit of the Season
As the holidays approach, there seems to be a new spirit in the air. A spirit of hope that things are getting better and that there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel. At this time last year, people were seriously debating the wisdom of getting together for Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas parties,…
Read MoreCharles E. Booth: A Preacher’s Preacher | By: Wayne Croft
Dr. Charles Edward Booth was a revered pastor, homiletician, prophetic preacher, scholar, author, and mentor to many. Known for his dignified manner, towering stature, impeccable dress, and sonorous baritone, Charles Booth was destined to be a preacher. His passion for proclaiming the gospel and surety of call was so evident to him that he never…
Read MoreA Preacher Looks Back After 30 Years
Scott M. Gibson I went back to where I was raised in western Pennsylvania to conduct a funeral. The funeral was for a dear member of my former church — my first church. The occasion to return to my roots in pastoral ministry caused me to reflect on what took place thirty years ago and…
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