In Psalm 139, David reflects on the truth that God knows everythings about us. Every move we make. Every thought we think. Everything we do. Every word we say. David's initial response to this searching truth is to run and…
Category: preaching
Tips for Teachers: Helping People Feel Loved as You Teach
I vividly remember a comment a young woman made after hearing a guest preacher at our church. As she left the service she asked me, “Why does that preacher hate us?” Now, I knew the man who was the guest…
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Praise and Prayer Update (June 21, 2024)
Linda and I just returned from a Reed family gathering in Rhode Island. It was a joy to be with our kids and grandkids for several fun-filled days together. We're also rejoicing in God's kindness in allowing Linda to be…
Keep Your First Love
The place goes by the name of Mensa Christi, which means “Table of Christ.” Situated on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, this quiet, rocky beach commemorates the spot Jesus served breakfast to seven of his disciples on…
What’s Updated on our Website
We've recently added some resources to our website that we hope will be useful to many of you. Our desire is to share resources that strengthen and stretch those who are engaged in serving Christ in various ministries. Here's an…
Learning from the Prince of Expositors
Most of us who preach know about Charles Spurgeon, the man they call the “Prince of Preachers”. I suspect many of us don’t know about one of Spurgeon’s contemporaries, Andrew Maclaren. Maclaren was called the “Prince of Expositors.” He’s credited…
Summer Special for Preachers
Summer is a great time to get some much needed rest. It can also be a time to be refreshed and refueled. This summer, we are making Rick's Noticeably Better Preaching course available at a special summer rate. The Noticeably…
Paul’s Mother
Here's a Mother's Day question for you: What do we know about the Apostle Paul's mom? You may respond: "We know nothing about her." And you'd be correct. No where in any of his letters does Paul mention his mother,…
Praise and Prayer Update (April 22, 2024)
The next few weeks are full of some exciting ministry opportunities. I wanted to give you an update and invite you to pray with us, asking the Lord for His strength and grace as we serve. Open Toronto Initiative. Linda…
Charles Spurgeon and the Pastor’s College
Charles Spurgeon was a pastor with a God-sized vision. He pastored the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London for over forty years in the mid-nineteenth century. Under his preaching, thousands were regularly fed and challenged from God’s Word. Under his leadership, the…
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