Sunday School

It's been awhile since we've talked about Sunday School, so I would like to revisit this topic. What should be the main objective of Sunday School? Smaller group studies, indoctrination, discipleship, fellowship, etc.? What is the best way to approach this ministry and are there some pitfalls that should be avoided?

Sunday's Sermon

The Greatness of Jesus Christ: A Greater Name (Hebrews 1:4-14)

The Great Physician!

Regardless of whether you like or dislike the new health care bill passed by Congress, remember that true healing comes from the Lord. "For I will restore you to health, and I will heal you of your wounds," declares the Lord. (Jeremiah 30:17)

Required Reading For A Pastor's Wife (and possibly for all Christian women)!!!

Every Pastor's wife, Minister's wife, and Christian woman should go to a bookstore (online or in person) and buy "I'm More than the Pastor's Wife: Authentic Living in a Fishbowl World" by Lorna Dobson. I read the entire book yesterday, and really believe that Mrs. Dobson (not married to Dr. James Dobson but to Ed Dobson) has really "hit the nail on the head." While maybe not every single issue or decision is exactly what you would do, there are many principles in this book that can really help the women God has called to be the wife of a Pastor, Minister, Missionary, etc. However, the principles would be good for all Christian women to know for themselves and so that they might even protect the other ladies in their life. So, do it now. Go to the store (online even!), buy the book, read it, and be ready to breathe a sigh of relief!

Sunday's Sermon

The Greatness of Jesus Christ: A Greater Revelation (Hebrews 1:1-3)

Your Favorite?

I know this is probably a Preacher "faux pas"...but I'll go ahead anyway! What would you say is your favorite book of the Old Testament, New Testament, or even the whole Bible? Do you have a favorite verse? Or, are you like me many times..."My favorite book of the Bible is the one I'm currently studying!"

Time Change?

Many churches have service schedules that have been the same for decades which, of course, is fine. My main question is whether or not any of you see an advantage to changing service times. Have you, or some church you know about, been involved in such an endeavor? (This was just a random thought brought about by the looming "Daylight Saving Time though I'm going to lose an hour of sleep" issue.)

10 Words

Well, I will finish my series on the Ten Commandments (10 words) this coming Sunday, Lord willing. It has been an exciting series...though, not always an easy one! However, preaching through this passage (Exodus 20), has made me think about some things, and I would like some input. I would like to know what you think about our society and its adherence to God's principles found in the 10 Commandments and other parts of the Bible. I really do not want another discussion about whether we are to keep the 10 Commandments or not; I really want to talk about our nation and its adherence to God's principles as set forth in Scripture. Should we preach about such things? Should we expect our nation to change? Should we judge our nation? Should we repent (as Daniel and others did) for our nation? Etc. (I know the answers to some of these questions are quite obvious, but I just wanted to spur your thoughts. Feel free to add more questions and thoughts.)

Good Times!

As a Pastor, Missionary, Layman, etc., what has been one of your most exciting times in the work to which God has called you? If you do not want to be specific, then give a general discussion concerning some highlights in your work for the Lord.

Can You Hear Me Now?

In your opinion, is it best for a church to have an annual call for the Pastor or have an indefinite call for the Pastor? (Personally, I have been a member, at one time or another, of churches that have had the yearly call and others that called a Pastor on an indefinite basis.) What advantages would one method offer over the other method? Does one present more stability or instability? Should churches ever change this method or continue with the same method until the next Pastor is called? So, go ahead, give me your thoughts, and let's back it up with Scripture when needed!