Observation: The First Step in Bible Study
The first step in studying God’s Word is to carefully observe what the passage is saying. In the observation stage, we give our complete attention …
A Father’s Letter to a Son Struggling with Assurance
The following letter is a practical example of how to counsel children who have professed faith at a young age but are struggling with questions …
Counseling Children Who Have Already Professed Faith in Christ
As our family worship time was coming to an end, I asked my children if they had any prayer requests. One of them responded, “Daddy, …
Assessing Potential Leaders: 10 Diagnostic Questions
“Where are the leaders?” I don’t need to convince anyone that the church is facing a leadership crisis. In times like these, churches can be …
16 Lessons from 16 Years of Ministry
Sweet 16 Sixteen years ago, on a brisk October day, Debbie and I left the comforts of family, friends, and country to begin missionary life …
Book Recommendations for Teens (And Advice for Their Parents)
Two Biggest Influences “The two biggest influences in your life will be the books you read and the friendships you make. Chose both wisely.” These …
The Ministry of Writing: A Historical Example and a Word of Encouragement
Richard Baxter was one of the most voluminous writers in English history. He authored between 141-200 books during his lifetime. As one of his biographers …
Richard Baxter on the Necessity of Personal Word Ministry
The Need for Balance I’m thankful for the renewed emphasis we’ve seen over the past twenty years on expository preaching. Faithful preaching should hold a …
The Blessing of Diligence
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might, for there is no work or thought or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol, to which you …
“Take Heed to the Flock”: Baxter and the Necessity of Pastoral Care
Richard Baxter (1615-1691) was one of the most influential pastors in church history. For nearly two decades, he labored as a Noncomformist pastor in the small town …