By luke g. on Sep 1, 2010 in Biblical Counseling, Preaching, Shepherding | 0 Comments
Pastoral preaching has been called “therapeutic preaching,” or “life-situation preaching,” or “invitational preaching.” I would suggest that pastoral preaching is concerned with pastoral care and, generally speaking, will address a specific theme that Christians face or have faced that they need care or preparation for. Actually, I think a lot of “pastoral preaching” is concerned [...]
By luke g. on Aug 20, 2010 in Biblical Counseling, Ecclesiology, Ethics, Leadership, Practical Theology, Shepherding, The Gospel, Worship | 1 Comment
If I had a dollar for every time that someone said they had a “prayer request” or a “concern” about someone, and then they proceeded to gossip and slander another fellow Christian, I really do think I’d be rich beyond belief. It has, quite frankly, occurred around me my entire life. I don’t believe I’ve [...]
By luke g. on Jul 23, 2010 in Biblical Counseling, Blog Shelf, Family Life, Healing, Parenting, Practical Theology, Shepherding | 0 Comments
Justin Taylor has recently provided David Powlison’s answers to fifteen important questions related to Christian counseling. I’ve found them extremely helpful, wise, and biblically saturated. If you have an interest in providing Godly counsel and understanding the human heart, I’d encourage you to read through the following links. These questions are taken from Powlison’s essay [...]
