10 Public Speaking Tips from Charles Spurgeon

Today’s guest post comes to us from Christian George for The Spurgeon Center. How did the “Prince of Preachers” master the art of public speaking? Here are ten tips from Spurgeon’s lecture “On the Voice” (Lectures to My Students 11:117-135). 1. Posture Up! “Do not speak with your hands in your waistcoat pockets so as to contract your lungs, but … Read More


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George Whitefield on How to Live

  “O live and spend your time now, as you will wish to have done, when you come to die.” – George Whitefield


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Hiring Pastor of Worship Arts at The Journey Church Boca

We’re looking for just the right “A” player to fill a key pastoral position here at The Journey Church in Boca Raton, FL. We’re looking for a Pastor of Worship Arts to join our team – Don’t apply unless you love reaching the unchurched, leading a healthy and growing ministry (not just songs onstage) and have read Nelson Searcy and … Read More


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Ways to Respond in Times of Crisis

Today’s guest post comes to us from the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. We’re all human. So it makes sense that our hearts often hurt for people impacted by tragedies here and abroad—tragedies that can leave us feeling helpless. What can we do in response to the violence and destruction around us? Pray Deeply “Prayer is the Christian’s greatest weapon.” —Billy … Read More


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Warehouse Overstock CLEARANCE SALE – Save up to 80%

I’ve got some great news for you but here’s the context: I just finished a big event in Orlando. As we were winding things down, I found out that our warehouse sent us too many resources. But you know what — their mistake is YOUR gain! I figure these resources can’t help anybody just sitting around so I’d like to give … Read More


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Six Popular Fictitious Pastors

Today’s guest blog comes to us from Adam Marshall for Christianity Today. Adam’s article highlights the most popular – and mostly fictitious – portrayals of ministry. We should hardly be surprised to find ministers serving, preaching, praying, and leading in the stories we watch, listen to, and read. After all, art imitates life, and pastors are deeply engaged in the … Read More


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Happy 4th of July!

I wanted to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Happy 4th of July weekend! I’m truly grateful to be a small part of your ministry and look forward to serving you for many years in the future. Hope you enjoy this day celebrating our nation’s independence with those close to you! Your partner in ministry, Nelson P.S. Don’t forget our … Read More


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John Bunyan on Prayer

“Prayer is a sincere, sensible, affectionate pouring out of the soul to God, through Christ, in the strength and assistance of the Spirit, for such things as God has promised.” – John Bunyan


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Greatest Killer of Motivation

Today’s guest blog comes to us from Ron Edmonson, church leader, planter, and pastor at Immanuel Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to his role as pastor, Ron specializes in organizational leadership where he consults with church and ministry leaders. What’s the greatest killer of motivation? We often think it is a lack of vision. But, you can have … Read More


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