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Good News! A Message to Proclaim

Do you know someone who is searching for life’s purpose? Many people are looking for the point of life, but they’re looking in all of the wrong places. Wisdom, wealth, power, prominence, pleasure – none of these things have what can really fill your life with purpose. What if I told you that the key to fulfillment in life is likely right under your nose?

The average American household owns at least three Bibles. At the very heart of God’s book, we see a positive message: the gospel of Jesus Christ! Jesus will give you purpose (Col. 3:4). I don’t have to remain in the shackles of sin any longer! Jesus Christ has saved my soul! That’s a powerful message. That message will give you purpose.

I imagine the majority of people who read my blog already know about the message of the gospel. You have probably experienced the grace that it brings. Your life, though imperfect, is purposed on heaven and you are traveling there via the Way, the Truth and the Life, Jesus Christ (John 14:6).

But what about everyone else (Mat. 7:13-14)?

The gospel must be proclaimed. It has been designed for that very purpose. Paul says, ” I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you” (1 Cor. 15:1). Jesus commanded, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature” (Mark 16:15-16).

Maybe you’re on fire about the message, but you don’t know where to begin carrying it to other people. It seems like our first century brothers and sisters were motivated by at least three things:

  1. They proclaimed the gospel because of their love for God (1 Thes. 2:1-4).
  2. They proclaimed the gospel because of their love for people (1 Thes. 2:5-9).
  3. They proclaimed the gospel because of the judgment (1 Pet. 1:25; 4:5-6; cf. Rev. 14:6-7).
We have a positive message that has been handed down from heaven; let’s go proclaim it to as many people as we can!

How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace,
Who bring glad tidings of good things! (Isa. 52:7; Rom. 10:15)

For if I preach the gospel, I have nothing to boast of, for necessity is laid upon me; yes, woe is me if I do not preach the gospel! For if I do this willingly, I have a reward; but if against my will, I have been entrusted with a stewardship. What is my reward then? That when I preach the gospel, I may present the gospel of Christ without charge, that I may not abuse my authority in the gospel (1 Cor. 9:16-18).

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Scripture Chain: The Lord’s Church from Prophecy to Present

I love the Lord’s church for many reasons, not the least of which is because it is a planned institution.

I’m going to make a statement and I want you to know that I mean no disrespect to anyone. In fact, I love everyone. My job is very much a “people job,” and I love every opportunity I have to point people to the Scriptures and to have people help me in my spiritual journey to heaven. Here’s the statement: I’m not interested in any religious system that has its roots in men. While it may be sincere, culturally accepted, or even traditionally significant to my family or close friends, if you can’t find the religious system of which you’re a part in the Bible, then I just don’t feel comfortable trusting it for my salvation (cf. Mat. 7:21-23).


If you’re really looking for it, you won’t miss the Lord’s church. It is described – in detail – in the Bible; in both the Old and the New Testament. The following Scripture chain takes you from the prophecies to the New Testament church’s establishment. That’s the church that I want to be a part of. That’s the one for which Christ died (Acts 20:28). That’s the one in which salvation is found (Acts 2:47).

See what you think about the chain of Scriptures. I know there are many others that could be mentioned, but these give us a complete picture and provide us with the basic framework upon which the church was promised, preached, purchased, and propagated.

Isaiah 2:2-3

  • When would these things come to pass? The last days (see Hebrews 1:1-2).
  • Where would these things come to pass? Jerusalem
  • What would happen? The Lord’s house would be established (see 1 Timothy 3:15)
  • Who would be welcomed into the Lord’s house? All nations

Daniel 2:44

  • What was going to happen? The God of heaven would set up a kingdom.
  • How long would the kingdom last? It would never be destroyed.
  • What would it do to other kingdoms? It would outlast them all. It would break them into pieces.
  • When would this take place? In the days of these kings. Secular history tell us this would be the time of the Roman empire (see Daniel 2:24-45).

Joel 2:28-32

  • What would happen? The Spirit of God would be poured out upon all flesh.
  • When? After many signs.
  • What will be the result? Whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved.
  • Where will this take place? In Jerusalem.

Zechariah 1:16

  • What would be built? The Lord’s house (see Isaiah 2:2-3; 1 Timothy 3:15).
  • Where would it be built? In Jerusalem (see Isaiah 2:2-3; Joel 2:28-32).

Matthew 2:19-3:2

  • NOTE: Chronologically speaking, there is a 20-25 year gap between Matthew 2:23 and Matthew 3:1 (this is evident because, in chapter 2, Jesus was a toddler, while, in chapter 3, John the Baptizer was preaching in the wilderness of Judea. John was only six months older than Jesus).
  • The 20-25 years is significant because, during that time, the Roman Empire came into power in that area. The time was right for the church to be preached (see Daniel 2:44, “in the days of these kings”).
  • What was at hand? The kingdom of heaven (3:2).
  • Had it arrived yet? No, it was “at hand.”
  • Who spoke these words? John, the Baptizer.

Matthew 16:13-19

  • What did Jesus promise to build? His church (Matthew 16:18).
  • Did He build it right then and there? No, He promised to build it (“I will build my church”).
  • Upon what did Jesus promise to build His church? Upon Peter’s confession that He is the Son of God.
  • To whom did Jesus give the “keys to the kingdom?” Peter.
  • NOTE: Jesus here uses the terms “church” and “kingdom” interchangeably. Therefore, the church and the kingdom are one and the same (also see Colossians 1:13-14, 18).

Mark 9:1

  • Jesus said that some who were standing there with Him would not die until what happened? Until the kingdom came.
  • How would the kingdom come? With power.

Luke 24:46-49

  • Was the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ necessary for the gospel to be preached? Yes. Jesus said it was the only way (see also John 14:6).
  • To where did Jesus send the apostles after He told them these things? Jerusalem (see Isaiah 2:2-3; Joel 2:28-32; Zechariah 1:16).

John 18:36

  • Since the kingdom is the Lord’s church, does the Lord’s church have an earthly headquarters? No. Jesus said His kingdom is not of this world.

Acts 2

  • Where did the events in Acts 2 take place? In Jerusalem for the Jewish Pentecost celebration (Acts 2:1, 5; see Isaiah 2:2-3; Joel 2:28-32; Zechariah 1:16; Luke 24:46-49).
  • What miraculous thing happened that day? There was a sound from heaven like a rushing, mighty wind and divided tongues, as of fire, sat upon each of the apostles. The apostles were able to speak and to be understood in the native tongue of all of those who were present that day. These were languages that the apostles had never studied (see Acts 2:5-12). This was the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:4; see Mark 9:1; Luke 24:46-49).
  • When the Jews inquired about these events, to what did Peter attribute them? He said, “this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel…” (Acts 2:16-21; see Joel 2:28-32).
  • Of what were the Jews guilty? They had crucified Jesus (Acts 2:36).
  • What was their reaction? They were pricked in their hearts and desperately cried to the apostles, “Men and brethren, what shall we do?” (Acts 2:37).
  • What were they told to do? To repent and to be baptized, every one, in the name of Jesus Christ, for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38; see Joel 2:28-32).
  • How many were baptized that day? About 3,000 souls (Acts 2:41).
  • When they were baptized, to what were the obedient believers added? The church (Acts 2:47).
  • Who added them to the church? The Lord did (Acts 2:47).
  • How does the Bible describe those who were added to the church? As “those who were being saved” (Acts 2:47).
From Acts 2 forward, the church is spoken of in the present tense. It existed in Rome, Corinth, Galatia, Ephesus, Philippi, Colossae, Thessalonica, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicea, and, doubtless, in many other locations.
The baptized believers were identified as Christians (Acts 11:26; 26:28; 1 Peter 4:16).
Today, you can be a Christian, too. God promised that His kingdom would never be destroyed (Daniel 2:44). Jesus reigns today at the right hand of the throne of God (Acts 2:33).
That’s why I say that I’m not interested in any man-made religion. The one I read about in the Bible was planned by God since before time began (Ephesians 1:4; 1 Peter 1:20), proclaimed by the prophets in the Old Testament, preached by John in the first century, promised by Jesus, purchased by Jesus, and ultimately established on the day of Pentecost following Jesus’ resurrection (Acts 2).
Are you interested in hearing more about the Lord’s church? Why not attend Bible study tonight with the church of Christ in your area? If you’re in southern, middle Tennessee, we’d love to have you at East Hill!
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Photo Post: April 8, 2013

Tomorrow will mark one whole month since my last blog post. While I do not think so highly of myself as to expect anyone to have noticed or even to have cared, I find blogging to be personally enjoyable – almost therapeutic – so I forge onward.

My temporary hiatus has not entirely been the consequence of neglect. The past thirty days have forever changed my life. I have seen God’s blessings upon the work that I am blessed to do to His glory. The work at East Hill continues to go well with more souls coming to Jesus and growing to a closer relationship with Him. The Light Network continues to grow and to amaze all of us who are involved. We have seen Ephesians 3:20-21 come to life. But the things that have impacted my life the most in the past month are the steps that I have taken. I have walked in the steps of Paul, having visited Corinth, Athens, Colossae, Hierapolis, Laodicea, Crete, Troas, Assos, Ephesus, and more. These kinds of steps change your life. For these and many other blessings, I am forever grateful to my loving Father.

Here are just a few pictures that show you what has made the last month so incredible. Many more details are to come, but perhaps this will suffice for now.

Here’s our flight’s path from ATL to Frankfurt, Germany. We then flew from Frankfurt to Athens. One could not have asked for a better, smoother flight. Even the in-flight meals were good!
This picture documents one of many highlights from the trip. I got to read from Revelation in the theater at Pergamum. Tony Lawrence got it on video and has posted it on YouTube. You can watch it here.
Here’s my lovely wife, Emily, and me on the Greek island of Santorini. It is known as one of the most beautiful places on earth. The sunset was spectacular.
Now, I shall move on to another great part of the past month, the Memphis School of Preaching lectureship! I was honored to lead singing Tuesday night before Bro. Tom Holland spoke. Lee Snow recorded some video that you can watch via facebook.
It’s always a privilege to hear Bro. Tom Holland speak. Bro. Holland is one of my heroes. Emily thought to quickly snap this picture of Chris Clevenger, Bro. Holland, and me in the back of the Forest Hill auditorium. I love it.
Brad McNutt is the host of The Book Club on The Light Network. I was privileged to hear him speak at the MSOP lectures on the topic of “A New Testament Christian Loves Young People.” It was an incredible lesson. I’m happy to count Brad as one of my good friends.
Another great part about the MSOP lectureship was that the entire TLN crew got together to record interviews for TLN Specials. As you can see, we have a little too much fun when we’re all together. These guys are great. I’m honored to serve with them.
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What to Expect When You Visit East Hill

A good news (gospel) meeting begins tomorrow, the Lord willing, at the church of Christ at East Hill. Wade Webster, who preaches for the church in Southaven, MS, will be our guest speaker. At the beginning of this year, our three shepherds challenged the congregation at East Hill to make special effort to invite guests to be with us during the meeting. Since that time, we have been praying and inviting people to come and be with us.
I hope you can come be with us for this special gospel meeting! When you visit an assembly of the New Testament church, you will find something that appeals to all five of your sense. Here’s what you can expect when you visit East Hill.

1. You can expect to HEAR the Bible. We preach the message of God, not a message from men (2 Tim. 4:2; 1 Pet. 4:11). The Bible is the inspired, inerrant, complete word of God (2 Tim. 3:16-17). It is our guide book for every aspect of life (Psa. 119:105).

2. You can expect to SEE the elders. Our three elders are men who watch over our souls here at East Hill. They are qualified men (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9), who are active in their work for the Lord (Acts 20:28). Our elders are Joe Christopher, Joe Cooper, and Johnny Jackson.

3. You can expect to TASTE the sweet success of evangelism. East Hill’s theme this year is “Think Souls.” We want to spread the saving gospel message to as many people as possible so that we can all go to heaven together (Mat. 28:19; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:46-47).

4. You can expect to FEEL welcome. God’s children are characterized by love (John 13:35). Visitors are our honored guests! We cannot wait to meet you.

5. You can expect to SMELL the delightful frangrance of a family who loves each other. New Testament Christians have a wonderful bond of fellowship (1 John 1:7; cf. Psa. 133:1). We would love to study with you about what the Bible says one must do to be added to God’s family.

We hope you will find these preceding points to be true of your visit with us at East Hill. However, there are at least three things that you should NOT expect when you visit.

1. You should not expect perfection. Because we are all human, we struggle with the same problem (sin, Rom. 3:23), and we have the same need (salvation, Titus 2:11-12). God has given us His Will, by which we can secure the same hope of heaven (cf. Acts 4:12).

2. You should not expect pizzazz. Our purpose in coming together is not to entertain one another, but to worship and please God in heaven. God has given us His pattern, and it is our sincere goal to follow His divine Will (1 Cor. 1:31; 10:31; Col. 3:17).

3. You should not expect compromise. We do not want to do anything that will compromise the pure truth of God’s Word (Prov. 23:23; 2 Cor. 2:17; 1 Cor. 9:22). The Word of God is designed to prick our hearts (Heb. 4:12; Acts 2:36). It exposes the sin in our lives and shows us how we can correct our wrongs (2 Tim. 3:16-17) and faithfully give our lives to Jesus Christ (Luke 9:23).

If you’re in the area and would like to come, we’d love to have you! Sunday’s services are at 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 6:00 PM. Services Monday through Wednesday nights will begin at 7:00 PM. For those who cannot attend in person, we have a live stream on our website.

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Why You Should Attend Bible Study Tonight, Part 1

I don’t know about you, but by the time Wednesday rolls around I’m definitely in need of a spiritual renewal with my Christian family. That’s not to say that my relationship with God is limited to assembly times, but that is to say that there is really something special about being together with my Christian family.

So, why should you attend midweek Bible study this evening? There are many reasons (we’ll get to some others later, the Lord willing), but I’d like us to think about one of the more obvious reasons. We should attend Wednesday night Bible study so that we can study the Bible with our brothers and sisters in Christ. Anyone who engages his or her mind in midweek Bible study will understand the value of studying the Bible with other Christians. Now, there is no substitute for personal, private Bible study. Each day you should talk to God in prayer and let God talk to you through His inspired Word (2 Tim. 2:15; 3:16-17). But we could also rightly state that there is no substitute for Christians coming together to discuss the Bible. The insights that are shared, the applications that are made, and the wisdom that is offered all point to God’s divine hand in the design of the Lord’s church. There is simply no substitute for Bible classes.

What about your children? How much will they be benefited to associate with other children who can all learn the Bible together in an environment that has been tailored especially for their Bible education? Certainly parents must train their children in the nurture and the admonition of the Lord (Eph. 6:1-4). This begins in the home and takes place, for the most part, in the home. There is just no substitute for what parents can do in training their children in the Lord at home. But I quickly come back once again to the point that there is simply no substitute for the time that children and youth groups can spend together as they learn about God and His Word together.

Is it possible to quantify the value of Wednesday night Bible study? It’s truly a priceless, invaluable time for young and old alike. Regarding price tags, Rom. 6:23 comes to mind: “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Please don’t misunderstand, simply attending Wednesday night Bible study – or any service – without the proper heart and life will not save you. However, the proper heart and life will motivate one to see the true value in corporate Bible study. Suddenly it’s not a matter of “do I have to go?” but “I can’t wait to go!”

If you’re near East Hill, we’d love to have you study the Bible with us tonight at 7:00 PM.

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Good News! A Positive Message

Could you use something positive in your life? If you keep up with today’s current events, then I know you could use some good news. In fact, I have something exciting to tell you: it is very likely that you have the good news in your house already. There are about three copies of God’s Word in the average American household – that’s where you’re going to find this good news.

In 1 Corinthians 15:1, Paul says, “Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel…” That word “gospel” means “good news!” Paul had something good to tell the church at Corinth. Paul’s entire ministry was centered around something good! In fact, it was so good that the name by which it was identified – gospel – literally meant good news!
I’m telling you that the message of the Bible is a positive message. I know that the Bible addresses the sin problem (Rom. 3:23; 6:23), the danger of temptation (James 1:13-15), hell (Mat. 25:46), and other topics that are generally unpleasant, sad, and hard to hear, but the main message of the Bible is HOPE through Jesus Christ (1 Pet. 1:3)! Our message – the gospel’s message – is that Jesus saves! There is no better message than that.
Many people look at the Bible as a book of “cannot’s,” as though it’s filled with nothing more than “thou shalt not do this” and “thou shalt not do that.” Yes, the Bible does condemn sinful activity. However, we must realize the reason why the Bible gives us these warnings and condemnations: because sin distracts us from the good news! The real message of the Bible is “you CAN.” You CAN go to heaven! You CAN be saved! You CAN have a relationship with God (cf. Psa. 34:8)!
The Colossian Christians had experienced the positive power of the gospel firsthand. They had hope laid up for them in heaven, “of which you heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel” (Col. 1:3-5). They heard the positive message, received it, and the result was a powerful, positive impact on their lives. The same can thing can happen for you!
Let’s preach the whole counsel of God (Acts 20:27). Let’s warn people of the dangers of sin and of the horrors of hell. We must. But let’s not forget to include the positive message of the gospel of Christ. Jesus has saved my soul, and He can save your soul, too!
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Monday Mash-Up: Links to Brighten Your Light

Happy Monday!

Every morning I go to my feeds via Google Reader and check out what’s happening in the blogosphere. This renders many links that I save to my online Pocket and, consequently, pass on to you. Here’s this week’s round.

Coming up this week on PREACHERS IN TRAINING: Chad Landman will join me tomorrow (Tues., March 5) to talk tech; specifically, we will be discussing “Backing Up Your Digital Life.” As ministers in 2013, we can accumulate A LOT of very valuable, digital materials. If you’re like me, then you cannot afford to lose these sermon outlines, Keynote presentations, design documents, etc. (the list could go on and on). Join us LIVE Tuesday at 3:45 PM (CST) in The Light Network’s chat room. to discuss back up techniques. The podcast will release Thursday morning, Lord willing.

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Five Reasons Why I Love East Hill

Happy Wednesday!

To be added to the Lord’s church is an indescribable blessing (Acts 2:47; cf. 1 John 3:1-3). That blessing is magnified all the more when the congregation with whom one worships and works is following as closely as possible to the Biblical pattern. Today I want to share with you just five reasons (there are many more) why I am thankful to be a member of the Lord’s church that meets at East Hill.

1. I love East Hill because of the love and unity that exists among us there. Coming together is like a weekly family homecoming. “Sometimes we laugh together, sometimes we cry.” We are a group of real-life Christians – imperfect people made perfect by the precious blood of Jesus Christ.

The church office recently received a call from a man who expressed an interest in becoming a Christian. A home Bible study was scheduled and conducted. During that study, the man was asked what prompted him to call East Hill. He replied, “When I visited, I could tell you are a loving family who cares about each other and who has fun together. I want to be a part of that.” Thanks be to God for the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love!

2. I love East Hill because of her faithful leaders. The church at East Hill has been blessed with many incredible shepherds throughout its sixty year history. Our present eldership is, without doubt, one of the best ever. They are qualified (1 Tim. 3; Titus 1), spiritual, prayerful, soul-conscious men who want to see the gospel spread throughout the world. They refuse to pass up great opportunities that the Lord gives us as a congregation. They support and encourage each Christian. They love lost souls and compassionately reach out to the erring. I trust them with more than my life – I trust them with my soul. I know they will, to the best of their ability, lead the East Hill church on the right way to heaven (Mat. 7:13-14; John 14:6).

3. I love East Hill because of her Bible classes. There is no greater joy or privilege than teaching a Bible class at East Hill. While I have a passion for preaching the gospel, the classroom is my favorite venue to proclaim the message of God in an assembly setting. One of my elders and I co-teach a Sunday morning adult class of around 20-25 people. Each Wednesday morning, I teach a Ladies Bible class comprised of some of the greatest Bible scholars I have ever met. My Wednesday nights are currently spent with the teenagers, who challenge me to be a better Christian and who encourage me about the future of the church. In each case, we all grow closer together and closer to God as we study from the Bible, share prayer requests, and pray together.

4. I love East Hill because of the way she worships. Worship is not just another routine at East Hill. Instead, it is a beautiful expression of praise and adoration to God in heaven each and every Lord’s day (yes, both Sunday morning and Sunday night!). These Christians assemble each week because they genuinely love the Lord. They follow along in their Bibles, they reverently reflect as they partake of the Lord’s Supper, they cheerfully give to the Lord’s work, they believe in the power of prayer, and the singing … well, the singing is beautiful and touching. There is hardly a week that goes by but what I tear up, and sometimes have to stop singing for a note or two while I am leading the congregation in songs of praise to God. They love Him, and they want Him to know it through the worship they offer which He deserves.

5. I love East Hill because of her work ethic and generosity. Budgets are met with excess. Needs are provided and then some. I’ve seen it over and over again at East Hill, and, if you have observed this congregation very much, I imagine you have, too. None of it is for our glory, but to the glory of God.

“Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God!” (1 John 3:1).

Get your spiritual batteries recharged – go study the Bible with the Lord’s church tonight. If you’re in Pulaski, come see us at East Hill!

Question: Why are you thankful for the congregation with whom you worship and work for Jesus?

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The Domino Effect

Christianity is designed to produce more Christians. In 2 Timothy 2:2, Paul commanded what could be described as a “domino effect” for God’s people.

And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.

While this command is made regarding Timothy, a young preacher, finding other Christian men who will also be ministers of the gospel, there is an evangelistic application here, too. The idea behind soul winning is not only to baptize people, but to produce those who will be so committed to the Lord that they desire to spread the saving message of the gospel themselves. Jesus commanded us to go into all the world and “teach all nations” (KJV). The original wording literally says, “make disciples of all the nations” (NKJV, ASV, NASB, ESV). Jesus wants true converts produced from our evangelistic efforts. It is His desire – and His command – that one will teach another, who will teach another, who will teach another … and, as the cycle continues, Christianity will be spread throughout the world.

Jesus taught that Christians who fail to bear fruit are taken away and “thrown into the fire” (John 15:2, 6). He concluded this line of thought by saying, “By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples” (John 15:8). In his outstanding commentary on the gospel according to John, Guy N. Woods says that fruit bearing “includes every activity of the Christian.” Bro. Woods continues,

It embraces every act which Jesus endorses and which he would, if present do, but not being present, must depend on his followers to do for him (325).

Are you bearing fruit? Are you doing the Lord’s will in general and, specifically, in evangelism to produce more Christians? These are important questions for each of us to ask and answer. If we do not do our part, then the domino effect does not work.

The success of the domino effect depends on four factors.

1. Your proclamation. Jesus’ specific command is to go and preach, or teach, the gospel (Mat. 28:19-20; Mark 16:!5-16; Luke 24:47). The gospel is the good news of Christ. “How shall they hear without a preacher” (Romans 10:14-16)? We can go and teach others.

2. Your pattern. The lost will not respond to hypocrisy. In order for the domino effect to work, we must live what the Bible teaches. We shine as lights in a world that is darkened by sin (Mat. 5:16; Phil. 2:15). They need to know about God’s love (John 3:16), and we have the message. Never underestimate the value of a life well lived (1 Pet. 2:12; 3:1-2).

3. God’s power. Ultimately, the power to convert someone does not lie within us. While we have an obligation to lead people to the gospel, we must remember that the power lies within the gospel itself to save and convert them (Rom. 1:16). God gives the increase (1 Cor. 3:6; cf. 2 Cor. 3:5). Paul says that those who are involved in the work of the Lord will access a power that is beyond what we can ask or think. Notice what he says next: “according to the power that works in us” (Eph. 3:20, emp. mine, RH). You do the work. God will give the increase.

4. The other person’s penitence. God does not force people to obey the gospel. You and I cannot force someone to be saved. Instead, the success of the domino effect (at least, on an individual level), depends upon whether the person’s heart is receptive to the teaching of the Bible (Luke 8:11, 15). To change one’s life through repentance and full obedience to God is a necessity if someone wants to be saved (Luke 13:3, 5; Acts 17:30-31; Mat. 7:21-23, etc.), and that is a sacrifice that they must be willing to make (Rom. 12:1-2).

Let’s start a wildfire of soul winning! The domino effect will work if we will work God’s plan!

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Monday Mash-Up: Links to Brighten Your Light

Good Monday morning!

Over the weekend, I had the opportunity of emceeing and leading singing at East Hill’s fourth annual Christian Servants Day, a seminar dedicated to spiritual growth and servanthood. Tom Holland and Dan Winkler, the speakers for the event, are incredible servants of the Lord and a great encouragement to all who are around them. This year’s theme was “Lessons on Discipleship.”


If you’re interested in learning how to become a disciple of Jesus, what it takes to be a disciple of Jesus, and how you can mature as a disciple of Jesus, then these lessons are for you! There is special attention given to the idea of how to evangelize the lost to prepare them for true conversion – that is, discipleship – as opposed to baptizing them and never seeing them again. If you’re involved in soul winning (as all Christians should be, Mat. 28:18-20; Mark 16:15-16; Luke 24:46-47), then you will definitely want to check out these lessons.

These lessons are brought to you by the congregation of God’s people who meet at East Hill in Pulaski, TN. Enjoy!


Finally, I’d like to let you know what’s coming up THIS WEEK ON PREACHERS IN TRAINING. I will be joined by Jeff Archey this Tuesday at 3:45 PM (CST). We will be discussing why the preacher’s life is the best life possible. It should be an interesting discussion! You can be a part of the show by going to TLN’s chat room this Tuesday. Hope to see you then!
Question: What can congregations do to ensure that they fulfill Jesus’ command to “go and make disciples” (Mat. 28:19-20)? Please leave your thoughts in the comments section below.