I don’t think grammatical-historical method is enough, especially when narrowly applied or to the exclusion of other methods. Our consideration of the biblical literary context—that is integral to grammatical-historical exegesis—needs to be larger than a paragraph or small literary unit.
A big idea approach to a section of Scripture that tells a story usually digests the meaning of the story, and then structures the sermon around more general principles that are manifested therein—“the faithful cry out to the Lord”, “the Lord is mighty to save”, and so on. However, a narrative sermon can be unified and structured around the story itself.
Our stewardship is not primarily of our buildings but of the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ, a stewardship that is enabled, in part, by our buildings. The church doesn’t exist to preserve its buildings; its buildings exist to serve the church’s calling.
C.S. Lewis, in writing Surprised by Joy, may also have been making use of the medieval concept of ars memorativa—the ‘art of memory’—in which one could “find continuity, integrity, and purpose in life” through the recollection of memory. (From 2016)
As a church pastor, I can tell you that there are few things more discouraging than complaints. We tend to feel under attack and immediately break into defence mode. Maybe we could do with a fresh perspective.
Dave McDonald the recently appointed National Director for The Gospel Coalition Australia joins me to chat about what he wants to do in the new role.
Dave McDonald the recently appointed National Director for The Gospel Coalition Australia joins me to chat about what he wants to do in the new role.
Preaching a funeral sermon is not an easy gig, and I want to acknowledge the preacher’s efforts. However, I really wish he had bolstered the sermon with the real, good hope of Christ. I wished I had heard the following:
A podcast conversation with English Christian singer-songwriter and kids musician Michael J Tinker.
Julius Kim, TGCA Victoria
Julius Kim, TGCA Victoria
Part of a 2021 national campaign encouraging people to explore the historical evidence for Jesus Christ.
From a series of videos, originally released on our Facebook page in 2020, where Christians enjoy conversation with one another—discussing life and faith during COVID-19.
From a series of videos, originally released on our Facebook page in 2020, where Christians enjoy conversation with one another—discussing life and faith during COVID-19.
I don’t think grammatical-historical method is enough, especially when narrowly applied or to the exclusion of other methods. Our consideration of the biblical literary context—that is integral to grammatical-historical exegesis—needs to be larger than a paragraph or small literary unit.
Hill encourages the reader to seek rest — described as Sabbath rest — from the hand of the Lord. This Christian view of rest is more than what our unbelieving friends and neighbours hope to gain from their next holiday.
Travelling around Australia ... [listening to people talk about] women entering vocational gospel work ... has made me cautious about assuming that every difference we see between men and women in ministry can be explained by ecclesiology alone.
A big idea approach to a section of Scripture that tells a story usually digests the meaning of the story, and then structures the sermon around more general principles that are manifested therein—“the faithful cry out to the Lord”, “the Lord is mighty to save”, and so on. However, a narrative sermon can be unified and structured around the story itself.
Our stewardship is not primarily of our buildings but of the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ, a stewardship that is enabled, in part, by our buildings. The church doesn’t exist to preserve its buildings; its buildings exist to serve the church’s calling.
Some gems from Season 1 are pieced together as a reminder of how faithful God has been in giving us his word, the community of his church and the gift of song in how we are encouraged in our faith.
As a church pastor, I can tell you that there are few things more discouraging than complaints. We tend to feel under attack and immediately break into defence mode. Maybe we could do with a fresh perspective.
