Christmas Long, Long Ago
A New Christmas Sermon (from John 1:1, 14) There’s something about the Christmas season that awakens a deep sense of wonder in us. Lights go …
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Before the Cradle, He Was the Christ
The Christmas season has officially begun, and you can tell it the moment you step into our home. The mantle is lined with greenery, the …
A Season Planned From the Beginning
This past week our home was filled with all the familiar Thanksgiving sights and sounds. The kitchen carried those unmistakable aromas of sweet potato casserole, …
God’s Heart and Our Call for the World
A simple reminder of why we send missionaries. Looking back, I can see that long before I understood my calling, God was nurturing a heart …
Bringing the Word to Life
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in preaching and teaching through the years, it’s this: stories matter. They shape us. They reach places in the …
Establishing Your Ministerial Housing Allowance
Establishing Your Ministerial Housing Allowance Financial stewardship is part of faithful ministry. One of the most valuable tools available to ministers is the Housing Allowance, yet …
Dare to Do Great Things!
Dare to Do Great Things! Last week I celebrated another birthday, and it stirred something within me. It wasn’t sentiment, but rather a sense of …
Prepare Now for 2026 Ministry Budgeting
One of the ongoing responsibilities of ministry leadership is to plan wisely for the future. Financial preparation is not just a practical task, it is …
Remembering My Mama
(Some personal thoughts one year later) One year ago today, my mom, Mary Lou Hill, stepped into heaven. I miss her every single day. She loved …
New Sermons for Your Preaching Journey
It’s always a joy to share new preaching resources with you. Week after week I hear from pastors, leaders, and friends who are hungry for …