Lessons from God’s school of waiting
We pray in hope, and then we wait on the Lord to answer.
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Five common objections to church discipline
Church discipline is not only biblical, it is loving.
Follow Spurgeon’s example in reading good books
One of the reasons Spurgeon was so rich in language and full in doctrinal substance is that he was always immersed in a great book.
Is it okay to use movie clips in your sermons?
I had been a pastor for just a few months when a faithful church member sought me out to discuss the use of media in the services.
Beware of ‘preacher eater’ churches
A preacher eater church has a series of short-term pastors, and those departing pastors have few positive words to say about them.
The goal of apologetics: come and see
The goal of apologetics is more than the dissemination of facts, it’s the invitation into a relationship.
Staying at a church for the long haul
It’s best for both the health of a church and its pastor for him to dig in and stay
Preach holiness, for we are not frightened enough
God is holy and we are not, yet that seldom frightens us into action.
Pastor, don’t forget to guard your church
People often ignore the watchman or disregard his words, but this does not deter the faithful pastor.
What elements should family worship include?
When we are faithful to God in bringing our family together to worship, we are fulfilling the very purpose for which He created us.
Why should you stay a long time in the same church?
I was grateful to learn that I don’t have the right to dislike and refuse to care for someone’s soul that God had entrusted to me.
Learning from Spurgeon’s daily priority
Spurgeon’s first and nonnegotiable order of business each day, before he met with anyone else or put his hand to any other work, was devotional exercises.
Questions to ask before posting about politics on social media
Christians must spend time in careful thought before they post about politics on social media.
How do I follow a long-tenured pastor?
Following a pastor who has run well is only a problem for those who lack the character or the stamina to do the same.
Beware of falling into ‘Sinkhole Syndrome’
Resolve never to let your daily life keep you from Jesus daily.
What if I barely received a favorable vote?
Seven questions to ask before you make a hasty decision
I am a sinner preaching to sinners
I am not worthy to be a minister, but Christ was worthy for me. I do not and will not measure up, but Jesus perfectly measured up for me. The gospel is true for God’s people in the pew and it is true for me, his herald, as well.
Most read articles of 2016
Around this time each year we like to look back at the content we published over the past year to see what resonated with you, the reader. Our focus at The Southern Blog has been to produce content that serves the pastor, missionary, and/or church leader. As you serve the church, we strive to serve…