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Just Some Thoughts about My Pastoral Heroes

Just Some Thoughts about My Pastoral Heroes

As I grow older, I’ve been thinking a lot about my pastoral heroes—both those still living and those now with the Lord. Here are some thoughts that come to mind: These men are some of the most prayerful men I know. Prayer is in their DNA.  These prayerful men are also most committed to Scripture…

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The Standing of the Pharisee and the Tax-Collector in the Temple

The Standing of the Pharisee and the Tax-Collector in the Temple

Abstract: In this parable (Luke 18:9–14) “stand” (ἵστημι, histēmi), in reference first to the Pharisee then the tax-collector, is usually interpreted literally. This bears out in commentaries, yet is also implied in common English translations. Argued…

The Global Methodist Church: These Things I Pray

The Global Methodist Church: These Things I Pray

An amazing development in world Christianity is the formation of the Global Methodist Church. Indeed, this story is one of the most important stories of global and American Christianity in many years. In the United States alone, there are thousands of Global Methodist churches in all 50 states. But, as the name indicates, it is…

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Why the “Fishbowl” of Ministry is Not a Bad Thing, and One Step to Consider

Why the “Fishbowl” of Ministry is Not a Bad Thing, and One Step to Consider

I had been a pastor for about ten months when the adult daughter of church members—a daughter who did not attend our church—stopped me for a brief conversation in a local grocery store. I had bought a home in that neighborhood a few months before. To my surprise, the daughter said to me, “I drive…

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8 Reasons Some Young People Are Walking away from Their Faith

8 Reasons Some Young People Are Walking away from Their Faith

It’s alarming to me, actually. As a pastor and as a professor, I’ve had to deal with young people who were raised in seemingly strong Christian homes, yet who’ve now turned away from their Christian upbringing. Frankly, I’m grateful that some of these young people still trust me enough to talk to me—and in those…

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