In Praise of Pastors (Part 1 of a 3 Part Series)
This is the first of a three part series on pastors—part 1 called “In Praise of Pastors,” part 2 called “What does a pastor…
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Waiting for Superman: A Nation Still At Risk
This week, another super documentary hit the theaters. It is called Waiting for Superman. Hoping to entertain, instruct and move to action, Oscar winner…
Did We Succeed in Worship This Sunday?
Did we succeed in worship this Sunday? At first this may seem like a very silly question. But those who planned and led worship…
The Sweet Privilege: Celebrating Anniversaries at Two Former Churches
One of the sweetest privileges of ministry is for a pastor to finish well at a church, so that there is mutual blessing—the church…
There is Nothing More Splendid Than a University: College Hopping in September
“There are few things more beautiful than a university,” John Masefield once wrote in a memorable tribute to the English universities. His words still…
Vernon Grounds, R.I.P.
This past Sunday, September 12, 2010, our good friend Dr. Vernon Grounds went to be with the Lord at age 96. Dr. Grounds was…
The Qur’an Burning Controversy and Selective Outrage
What a strange week! The news is dominated by a pastor who has a congregation of not more than 50 people. But because of…
Theological Reflection on Church Newspaper Ads
“For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.” 1 Corinthians 2.2 We are currently looking…
Is America Islamophobic? Or is TIME Islamonaive?
That is the title of a recent cover story by TIME magazine. The issue, no doubt, is prompted by the debate over whether or…
Greatest Songs of All Time: Beyond Rolling Stone
It is quite a claim, is it not? The “greatest songs of all time.” So reads the July/August cover story of a special issue…