Tips for Teachers: How to have godly confidence as you speak

It's normal to feel nervous as you get ready to teach or preach God's Word. Your heart beats faster, your palms get sweaty, your mouth feels parched. You are keenly aware of your own limitations and others' expectations. So where do you find the courage to speak with godly confidence? Here is what I’ve found helpful.

Tips for Teachers:  How to Get People Listening

As preachers and teachers, we need to earn the interest of our listeners rather than assume they are interested. I realize the word “earning” may not qualify as one of your favourite words. Afterall, we preach a gospel of grace.…

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…