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listen
Articles for Pastors
Why Christians Should Listen Carefully and Speak With Kindness
Unfortunately, many nonbelievers know only two kinds of Christians: those who speak the truth without grace and those who are very nice but never share the truth. What they need is a third type of Christian—one who, in a spirit of grace, loves them enough to humbly and speak with kindness the truth.
Articles for Outreach & Missions
When Hearing God’s Voice Is ‘Listening to Your Gut’
A God-conscious lifestyle is one that delights in the smallest of touches or impressions.
Articles for Pastors
God’s Word Speaks to Our Concerns About Racism. Are We Listening?
Christian friends, the Scriptures speak clearly to the Church in these days of heartache and confusion. Are we listening? Here are six specific ways that God’s Word transforms our response to racism.
Articles for Outreach & Missions
By the Way, They Will Not Listen to You!
Though preaching is hard, especially today, there is nothing more rewarding than to know that the sovereign God of the universe, has raised each of us up to preach the Gospel to a dying world, and has simply asked us to faithfully convey His truth.
Articles for Outreach & Missions
A Time to Listen
Yes, it is a time to listen. To listen to those who were silenced for most of our nation's history. Even as I write this post, I find a strange relief in not having to speak to an issue I really don't understand. I'm glad to listen.
Articles for Pastors
Pastor, Please Don’t Cut Off Your Ear
The “Portrait of Dr Gachet” was a masterpiece when Van Gogh painted it in 1890, long before it was purchased for millions of dollars. You were a masterpiece before Covid-19 and you are still a masterpiece today.
Children's Ministry How To's
How To Get Kids To Pay Attention
Usually if the kids are bored it's because the teacher is boring. Engaged students pay attention.
Videos For Pastors
Why Do Most People Think God Should Let Them into Heaven?
“Hypothetically, if God and Heaven are real, on what basis do you believe God will or will not accept you into Heaven?” This was a question B. Tyler Ellis asked 50 people over a period of two years, and the answers he got surprised him.