Articles in this Issue
On Finding a Spiritual Director
A seasoned pastor seeks a guide to the interior regions of faith.
IDEAS THAT WORK
Help for weak congregational singing
Starting Out and Staying In
Young pastors long for respect, but at least three battles have to be won first.
The Facts and Feelings of Overwork
Do you live with the nagging sense that there’s always something more you should be doing?
3 Ways to Plan Your Preaching
What pastors do to keep their preaching fresh, balanced, and useful.
Developing an Eager Church
When you encourage initiative and equip the people, expect an energy surge.
When Children Suffer
The do’s and don’ts of ministering to the ill or dying child.
Making Truth Memorable
Some illustrations reach the entire congregation.
PREACHING IN THE VULGATE
An interview with Calvin Miller
LISTENING TO THE LISTENERS
He who hath ears to hear gives better sermons.
WHEN THE MINISTERIAL FAMILY CAVES IN
Leadership Forum
THE SERMON YOU DON’T KNOW YOU’RE PREACHING
Even when you aren’t speaking, people in the pew get a message.
LEADERSHIP BIBLIOGRAPHY
The Sermon
IMAGINATION: THE PREACHER’S NEGLECTED ALLY
Imagination is what ensures more than a recipe when listeners are starving for a meal.