Questions & Answers

Why should the Word of God be the preacher's primary source?

There is but one book that can speak and give us wisdom, give us knowledge, give us understanding, and give us direction. The Word of God is not a possible source of reference material for preaching, but, rather, the primary source for preaching the Gospel.

Results: Should the preacher expect them?

Not only should a pastor expect results from his pulpit ministry, but expectation should be the general tone of the pastor's ministry.

Discuss the work of the Holy Spirit in preaching.

The Holy Spirit is sovereign and His work is dynamic, creative, and demands a naiveté on the part of God's servants.

Discuss the preacher's dependence upon the Spirit of God.

The preacher can produce no lasting work apart from total dependence and submission to the Holy Spirit.

What are the qualities of an effective sermon?

One key to effective sermon preparation is for the preacher to discover through the guidance of the Holy Spirit the message God desires to be preached.

What about people who’ve never heard of Jesus?

The real question is not, “What will happen to the person who has never heard of Jesus?” The real question is, “What will happen to the person who does not want to know God?” And the answer is simple: God will not force Himself on that person because He has given every person free will.

What are some opportunities to be more intentional?

There are several areas in our lives where we can find opportunities to be more intentional in our witness: in our families, with our neighbors, at work, in our communities, nation, and world.

Does it matter what I decide if I am predestined to Hell anyway?

Romans 8 contains five pillars of truth for our salvation. If you take away any one of these, the Gospel comes apart. Are you predestined for Hell (or even Heaven for that matter)? Absolutely not! It is your choice. What will you decide?

How can I know who to listen to?

1 John 4:1 reads, “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world.”

The Bible tells us exactly what to look for in a person who is expressing truth. 

Does it matter whether or not I share the Gospel personally?

Yes, it matters. The responsibility to live for Jesus and to share Jesus with others is an assignment to all of us and to each of us, not just to some of us.