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CHATGPT. MASTER OR SLAVE?
Read more: CHATGPT. MASTER OR SLAVE?In 2021, J.D. Greear, then-president of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) and pastor of The Summit Church, became indirectly involved in a plagiarism controversy after his successor, Ed Litton, was found to have preached a sermon on Romans 1 that closely resembled one Greear had previously delivered. For a deeper look into what happened, here’s a link…
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REVIVALIST DUMMIES AND BULLIES.
Read more: REVIVALIST DUMMIES AND BULLIES.Today’s pulpits are often occupied by one of three types of men: the weak, the bullies, or those who genuinely seek to lead as Christ did. Weak men are preachers who work hard to avoid offending anyone, prioritizing approval over truth. Bullies, on the other hand, push their own agendas, discarding anyone in the congregation…
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THE RIGHT ESTIMATE OF A LEADER WHO LISTENS.
Read more: THE RIGHT ESTIMATE OF A LEADER WHO LISTENS.Leading can be challenging, especially when decisions spark discussions that lead to assumptions about motives. This can result in people questioning the intentions of those who genuinely want to serve and support God’s people. Such misunderstandings are particularly common among those who are inexperienced or immature in ministry. This often occurs when individuals are overly…
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FELLOWSHIP GROUPS: A BLESSING OR A BARRIER?
Read more: FELLOWSHIP GROUPS: A BLESSING OR A BARRIER?My wife and I had a wonderful time of fellowship and dinner with another couple today. We reminisced about past memories, discussed current events, and shared some of the challenges we’re facing. We also expressed our deep appreciation for all that the Lord has done and continues to do in our home church. One of…
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THE FUNKY WORLD OF PREACHING.
Read more: THE FUNKY WORLD OF PREACHING.Over the years, I have occasionally been asked whether I have attended the preaching sessions hosted by the Simeon Trust. The Charles Simeon Trust (CST) is a ministry dedicated to training pastors and church leaders in expository preaching, helping them interpret and teach the Bible faithfully. Named after 18th-century Anglican preacher Charles Simeon, the trust…
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WHEN STONES CRY.
Read more: WHEN STONES CRY.One day, I was in my living room with my family gathered at the house. My grandson’s smile and his attempts to walk captured our attention, while my granddaughter’s radiant smile lit up the room. In the background, a worship song played repeatedly from the television mounted on the wall, tugging at my heart. I…