On January 1, 2012, in Okeechobee, Florida, from the winter home of my Uncle, David Key, we launched ThePreachersWord. The first post, early that morning, was “Preaching through Blogging.” Later that day, I sent out a second post, “Beginning Again,” celebrating the new year.
Now, here we are 13 years and 7 months later, still posting. WordPress tells me that today is a significant milestone. It is post #4000. So, pardon a bit of reflection and celebration today. Continue reading
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PreachingToday.com shares a neat story from a sermon on “Heaven” by Lee Eclov.
Robby Robins was an Air Force pilot during the Gulf War. After his 300th mission, he was surprised to be permitted to pull his crew together and fly his plane home immediately. Continue reading
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Greetings from Welland, Ontario, Canada
All is “Well and Good” as the saying goes here in Welland. Even the above average temperatures for Canada are a nice respite from the scorching heat in FL. This AM it’s back to Canadian normal. Mid 50’s for the low, rising to a pleasant 78 today. Continue reading
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Many of our readers know one of my favorite writers is the prolific author anonymous. So, imagine my excitement when I stumbled across this facebook page “Deep Minds Anonymous.”
A link click, however, revealed the source was Madiha Batool who authored a book “Deep Minds Anonymous,” a collection of her poetry, thoughts, and feelings focused on empowering women. Continue reading
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Jonathan Roumie, who portrays Jesus in The Chosen was an unknown actor, until this series soared in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently they’re filming for its sixth seson.
Recently Roumie to spoke by video to a conference of “Digital Missionaries” and religious influencers urging them to continue spreading the gospel online.
“As someone who’s been blessed to portray Jesus in The Chosen, I’ve seen firsthand how a story shared online can touch a heart, soften a soul, even change a life,” Roumie observed. “You’re doing the same, whether it’s through a post, a reel, a comment thread, or a live stream—you’re showing up in these digital spaces with the heart of Christ. Continue reading
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Norma Jean and I are currently in Welland, Ontario, Canada, where I have been preaching and teaching. Today’s passage reminds me of a true story I learned last year on our trip.
A number of years ago a man named John was preaching in the little town of Timmins in Northern Ontario. He met a man, Richard, who was a laborer who expressed interest in the gospel. After a series of studies he was converted. Continue reading
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The other day Norma Jean and I was watching the Canadian version of CBS headline news when another story appeared about the company Astronomer.
By now everyone knows their CEO, Andy Byron was caught in a romantic embrace with his HR Director, Kristin Cabot, on the kiss cam at a Coldplay concert. Both are married to other people.
“I’m tired of seeing this,” Norma Jean remarked. Maybe you are too. But would you please read one more post from another perceptive? Continue reading
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Throughout the years of local church work, I have encountered many well-meaning, godly Christians who love the Lord, but their zeal is misdirected in terms of their ministry choices.
Some young men have shown a zeal for preaching the gospel, but lack the necessary communication skills, organizational ability, and temperament to be an effective public proclaimer and preacher. I’ve seen those who want to lead singing in worship, but lack the musical ability. Continue reading
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Greetings from Welland, Ontario, Canada
Recently in correspondence with a fellow preacher, I encouraged a humorous miscommunication. I mentioned where we were and abbreviated Canada as CA. He thought we were in Ontario, California. While I’m sure that Ontario, California, is a lovely place, I would rather be here.
Although, the recent heat wave affected us up here with higher than normal tempts, for the most part the weather has been a delightful change of pace from hot, humid Florida. Walks in the park, watching the ducks play in the Welland river, and eating outside by the canal in Port Colborne are all wonderful. But most enjoyable is being with our Canadian brethren again. To share in a ministry of the Word. To enjoy fellowship. And support these disciples in Kingdom activities. This is really why we’re here. Continue reading
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Last Friday we posted, “When Sin Tracks You Down,” based on the news regarding Astronomer’s CEO and his HR Director. As a follow up on Tuesday we discussed The Guilt and Shame of Sin.
Today’s post is from my facebook friend Phillip Martin. He speaks frankly. Honestly. And passionately. Read. Reflect. And realize. Continue reading
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