A Pastor Must Never Omit Preaching His Sermons to Himself.

Thomas Murphy writes: "It is important for [the preacher's] own sake, it is important for his people's sake, that he should preach every sermon to himself as one of the chief auditors ... even when he is addressing the [unbeliever], for their hearts and his are by nature alike, and the gulf from...

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why pastors must incorporate prayer in sermon preparation.

Why Pastors Must Incorporate Prayer in Sermon Preparation Geoffrey R. Kirkland Christ Fellowship Bible Church Prayer is the single most important factor in a man’s sermon preparation and yet I fear that many neglect this preeminent element. Many are too busy. Many claim they have to work with the...

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Kill Your Secret Sins!

But I have here some true Christians who indulge in secret sins. They say it is but a little one, and therefore do they spare it. Dear brethren, I speak to you, and I speak to myself, when I say this—let us destroy all our little secret sins.  They are called little and if they be, let us...

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Why I Believe Open-Air Preaching Is Effective

Why I Believe Open-Air Preaching Is EffectiveGeoffrey R. KirklandChrist Fellowship Bible Church I love open-air preaching.  Do I get scared? Are there times when I am tempted to fear man? Of course. But I must remind myself time and time again that it is not about me anyway; it’s all about Christ...

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Avoiding Dissension in Your Marriage

Excellent biblical counsel from Richard Baxter: Both husband and wife must mortify their pride and strong self-centered feelings. These are the feelings which cause intolerance and insensitivity. You must pray and labor for a humble, meek, and quiet spirit. A proud heart is troubled and ...

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The Gospel & Marriage -- More Resources

Here are some resources for further reading on The Gospel & Marriage. 1. The Gospel and Marriage (Deepak Reju, the biblical counseling coalition) 2. Cultivating a Gospel Centered Marriage (Dave Bruskas) 3. A Missional Marriage (Geoff Kirkland) 4. The Mutual Duties of Husbands and Wives Toward...

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