Tag: preaching
In this week’s episode of Midweek Meditations, we take a look at 1 Thessalonians 2:13 reminding us the word of God are God’s very words.
Excerpt from: Brian J. Dodd. Empowered Church Leadership (Downers Grove, IL: IVP, 2003), 56-7. How to Rate a Sermon [ G ] – Generally acceptable to everyone. Full of inoffensive, puerile platitudes; usually described as “wonderful” or “marvelous.” [ PG ] – For more mature congregations. At times this sermon even makes the gospel relevant to today’s issues; may even contain mild suggestions for change. Often described as “challenging” or “thought provoking,” even though no one intends to take any action or change any attitude. [ R ] – Definitely restricted to those not upset by the truth. This sermon…
