Originally addressed to two missionaries and their wives. But while yours is unquestionably a great work, it is also a work in which there are great encouragements.—Under this head we may remark,— 1. It is
Rules for Preacher’s Conduct This post was written over 250 years ago by Isaac Watts, but still has relevance for preachers today. The Pursuit of (Which) Happiness? "The question of which kind of happiness we’re
“I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”—Psal. 139:14. The term “fearful” is sometimes to be taken subjectively, for our being possessed of fear. In this sense it signifies the same as timid. Thus the prophet was
Offer some observations on the duty itself op walking in the truth.—In order to this, we may observe that the truth is of a practical nature; other truths may be speculative, but not this. But
Wisdom is Work "The mature are those who have powers of discernment, trained. The wisdom to tell the difference between true and false, right and wrong, wise and foolish, requires training." How Pastors Can Glorify Christ, Every
I do not mean to assume this language in behalf of myself or my brethren; but would rather apply it in a way of self-examination. By “fleshly wisdom” is meant the wisdom of this world,
The Splendor of His Queen In this post, David Mathis draws upon both Old and New Testaments to show how the church reveals the mystery of Christ and his splendor. The Universal Experiences of Preachers
Let me direct your attention to the duties inculcated as necessary to the discharge of the ministry. These will be found to consist in four things:— 1. Vigilance.—“Watch thou in all things.” This is a
Pastors Can Lead Well by Preaching Well "Because of the expectations to lead . . . it’s tempting for the pastor to spend far too much time in organizational strategy and far too little preparing
“Unto the pure all things are pure, but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled.”—Tit. 1:15. The apostle had lived to see many who