Articles for tag: Wayne Smith

June 2, 2010

The Best Kind of Sermon

How Memorable Sermons Shape Our Lives Mark A. Taylor reflects on sermons and preachers that influenced his life, from his calling to Christian service to lessons about prayer and gratitude. He considers how a preacher’s character strengthens the message and how believers can influence others through their everyday example. Memorable sermons can inspire lasting decisions, spiritual growth, and meaningful action. A preacher’s humility, integrity, and personal example can strengthen the impact of a message. Christians can influence others through their daily lives, even without preaching publicly. Remembering Sermons That Shape Us Understanding the Impact of Memorable Sermons The influence of

February 7, 2010

Brian Giese

Church Leadership Pastoral Transitions & Succession

Enduring a Painful Ministry

Brian Giese offers counsel for church leaders facing painful ministry setbacks, urging honest reflection, support, continued service, and renewed strength through closeness to God.

February 15, 2009

Jeff Stone

Organizations & Events Conferences & Gatherings

Still Amazed! The 2009 North American Christian Convention

Jeff Stone invites readers to the 2009 North American Christian Convention in Louisville, where the theme “Still Amazed!” will focus on God’s grace through preaching, study, worship, and fellowship.

February 15, 2009

Ken Idleman

Organizations & Events Conferences & Gatherings

Why Is the NACC Important? Let Me Count the Ways

Ken Idleman reflects on 45 years with the North American Christian Convention and how the NACC shaped his family, theology, ministry relationships, global vision, and spiritual life.

February 17, 2008

T.C. Cam Huxford

Organizations & Events Conferences & Gatherings

Living Dangerously: The 2008 North American Christian Convention

Cam Huxford calls believers to “live dangerously” in full devotion to Christ and invites churches to the 2008 North American Christian Convention, July 1-4, for preaching, training, and catalytic connection in Cincinnati.

September 2, 2007

Barbara Rendel

Stewardship & Generosity Giving & Fundraising

Does God Want You to Be Rich?

Barbara Rendel reflects on what it means to be “rich,” weighing Scripture-based arguments about prosperity and calling readers to generous, outward-focused giving that serves others and reaches both the poor and the affluent.

January 28, 2007

Scott Eynon

Church & Ministry Church Growth Pastoral Transitions & Succession

To Move Or Not to Move

A church’s plan to buy land for future growth led to a long rezoning battle, a hard “no,” and years of waiting. This pastor shares how God used closed doors to guide relocation, strengthen community partnerships, and open a new chapter.

July 26, 2006

Mark A. Taylor

Church & Ministry Church Staff

One Course, Two Kinds of Runners

Mark A. Taylor reflects on “sprinters” and “marathon runners” in ministry work—why different rhythms can clash on church staffs, and how healthy teams learn to plan, adapt, and value each other’s strengths.

April 23, 2006

Phil LeMaster

Church Leadership Ministry Training & Education

Listening and Learning

Phil LeMaster reflects on early ministry missteps and the lasting value of learning from seasoned preachers. He shares five practical lessons—from discipline and servanthood to prayer, availability, and embracing interruptions as God’s opportunities.

February 22, 2006

Mark A. Taylor

Organizations & Events Conferences & Gatherings

Healthy Churches Come in All Sizes!

Energizing Smaller Churches Network (ESCN) is launching four “Healthy Churches Come in All Sizes” conferences on Christian college campuses, encouraging leaders of smaller congregations through worship, workshops, and practical ministry support.

November 30, 2005

Christian Standard

Organizations & Events Conferences & Gatherings

Other 2009 NACC Events

Plan your 2009 NACC experience with this list of ticketed events and special activities, including tours, luncheons, training, networking breakfasts, kids’ day trips, and the free Casting Crowns concert.

October 2, 2005

Eddie Lowen

Church Leadership Preaching

How to Preach Like an Amateur

Eddie Lowen examines expository preaching, biblical authority, and sermon preparation, arguing that faithful preaching depends on Scripture while allowing room for different methods and responsible use of borrowed material.

May 29, 2005

Mark A. Taylor

Reviews Book Reviews

Beyond Laughter

Mark A. Taylor introduces Wayne Smith’s example of joy and servant leadership, pointing readers to Rod Huron’s biography Love, Laughter and Leadership. Lessons in work, humility, giving, and intentional leadership make it “good medicine.”

May 29, 2005

Rod Huron

Church & Ministry Church Growth

‘When You’re Riding the Fire Truck You Can’t Let Go’

Rod Huron tells stories from Wayne B. Smith’s ministry in Lexington—door-to-door outreach, a key visit that helped secure a permit, and the challenge of financing growth—showing the persistence behind Southland Christian Church’s expansion.

The Best Kind of Sermon

Enduring a Painful Ministry

Still Amazed! The 2009 North American Christian Convention

Why Is the NACC Important? Let Me Count the Ways

Living Dangerously: The 2008 North American Christian Convention

Does God Want You to Be Rich?

To Move Or Not to Move

One Course, Two Kinds of Runners

Listening and Learning

Healthy Churches Come in All Sizes!

Other 2009 NACC Events

How to Preach Like an Amateur

Beyond Laughter

‘When You’re Riding the Fire Truck You Can’t Let Go’

John C. Samples, Longtime Minister and Christian Leader, Dies at 93

The Lindsay Clancy Trial: An Overlooked Reminder

Broken to Feed Many

John C. Samples, Longtime Minister and Christian Leader, Dies at 93

The Lindsay Clancy Trial: An Overlooked Reminder

Broken to Feed Many

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