When you spend your entire life in the ministry of the Word you are always thinking, observing and evaluating what do the people need at a particular point in time.
While it is important to “preach the whole counsel of God,” some things are more needful than others at a specific church at a certain time. Just like Paul dealt with specific issues with the Corinthian church, or John addressed the unique challenges of the 7 churches of Asia, a thoughtful preacher will consider what is most appropriate to the audience where he is preaching. Continue reading