Kirk E. MillerWhat is expository preaching, and is it still relevant in today’s changing world? In this episode of Logos Live, Kirk E. Miller sits down with Pastor David Helm who defines and makes the case for expository preaching as God’s design for his church...
Michael A.G. Azad HaykinFrom their origins as a Puritan sect in seventeenth-century England, Baptists have become a global force for the Christian faith. They have especially played a significant role in the last four hundred years in the history of anglophone Christianity...
Jared AlcántaraHomiletics has a rich and dynamic history that starts in the Bible and moves through ancient and modern church history. To better understand it, we will consider its roots, developments, and movements, first in Scripture and then in church history...
James SewardThere are no shortcuts in the path that is sermon preparation. It takes sweat, soul-level investment, and often a bit of anguish. However, after twenty years of preaching, I have collected a handful of insider hacks that can improve your sermon...
Denis KaiserDespite its large numbers and significant contributions to society, many people have never heard of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. It appears few outside of Seventh-day Adventists know much about them. Or if they know something, it is usually...
Pastor Appreciation Month is upon us. You are looking for gift ideas, and I am here to help! I asked a group of over 1,500 pastors: What are the top things people in your congregation have done, or could do, for you to show you appreciation during...
Phil ThompsonA pastor once told me he would spend between twenty and thirty hours a week on sermon preparation. This left little time in his schedule for counseling his parishioners, leading his team, praying for his church, or planning for the future. Few...
Ben PhillipsA syllabus is like the Ten Commandments: delivered from on high as a rule for life (or at least for one semester). It seems chiseled in stone, yet—at best—is imperfectly followed. More seriously, a syllabus is a foundational document for academic...
Derek FekkesGood discussion questions are a key ingredient to fruitful, enjoyable small groups. They challenge people to think, they elicit varied responses, and they facilitate healthy and respectful group discussion. They serve to create an environment for...
Jonathan AkinPreaching the book of Proverbs presents unique opportunities and challenges. Some scholars can find it difficult to connect its seemingly random wisdom or practical tips to the metanarrative of the Bible and to the gospel of Christ. However, the...
Matthew EverhardIt might seem strange—and even boring—to name a Christian denomination after a system of church government, but that is exactly what we have in Presbyterianism. Besides, the Episcopalians have done the same thing! As a matter of fact, setting...
Sean DemarsSmall groups and the idea of being gospel-centered are not new, but without clarity we risk creating gatherings that are active and fun yet lack true spiritual depth. This article will touch 5 essential traits to look for in small groups.
Mitch ChaseA familiar notion in the ancient world was a traveling teacher who could draw a crowd. Teachers like that came and went. But in the first-century Roman Empire, an itinerant teacher, who grew up in the village of Nazareth, impacted the land of Israel...
Tobin PerryTheology is the world’s most important topic. The word “theology” may have only four syllables, but it’s a big word—a very big word. Theology is the study of God. But anytime you set out to study someone as large as the creator of the universe, it’s...
Mark BriansUnless we draw our concepts from Scripture, we risk misunderstanding that the foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom. Today, wisdom is often seen as algorithms, risk-taking, or YOLO living. But the Bible does not talk about wisdom this way...
Logos StaffIn the shifting landscape of higher education, where enrollment pressures, cultural changes, and technological disruptions press in, a school’s core values can function as a compass. For Christian institutions, they’re not just guiding principles...
Thomas JacobsonThough the origin of the Lutheran tradition is in the Reformation of sixteenth century Europe, Lutherans today are found worldwide. Beginning as a church reform movement under the leadership of Martin Luther in Germany and spreading to other...
Dustin BurletGiven the relatively high cost of reference works and the limited amount of resources (time, funds, and energy) often available to individuals, it is essential to maximize the value of every research tool, whether for purchase or consultation. This...
Rick MansfieldThe Saint Athanasius Academy Septuagint (SAAS) originally debuted in print about a decade ago as the Old Testament text of the Orthodox Study Bible. It’s now available for purchase all on its own. English translations of the Septuagint (LXX) are few...
Daniel ViezbickeMinisters are like plants, or so I suggested in my last article. Like any living thing, plants must grow. While some plants stay indoors for the entirety of their lifespan, most plants that begin indoors need to go through a process called hardening...
Mark StraussThe earliest manuscripts do not contain John 7:53–8:11 or the end of Mark. So what is a pastor to do when preaching passage-by-passage through either Mark or John? Do you preach these passages? Do you ignore them? This article will help answer these...
Jeffrey WiesnerHow can a church effectively launch its small groups? What specific details need to be considered to get a small group ministry off the ground and running? Such nuts and bolts details are the burden of this particular article.
E. L. Sherene JosephIn every era, society has tried to capture a sense of community. The ancient Greeks viewed it through the lens of the polis. Medieval societies centered community around the church. Our understanding of community shifts along with our cultural...
Adriel SanchezSocial media is full of 280-character gems and landmines. Like the covenant God made with Israel through Moses, this world comes with blessings and curses. It can be vitally rewarding or pastorally disqualifying. Life in the land of X (formerly...
Mary JahnkeWe’re here to help you know the Word, even (especially!) in the midst of life’s craziness. Our updates every six weeks support that. In this update you’ll see added ways to find what you’re looking for quickly and study more seamlessly whether...
Andrew WilliamsCharismatic and Pentecostal universities and seminaries seek to blend rigorous academics with Spirit-empowered formation. This guide profiles a selection of these institutions. Though far from exhaustive, it provides a representative list of the...
Nathan J. McKannaBy now you’ve probably heard about the impending demographic cliff that is expected to impact colleges and universities as early as next year. This as many institutions are already experiencing shrinking enrollment. Yet despite the challenges in the...
Alastair RobertsThe so-called Great Commission closes the Gospel narrative, while initiating the mission of the church that would follow. But it’s also powerfully evocative of earlier events, offering us a variety of frames for understanding the import of Jesus’s...
Patrick SchreinerThere’s no shortage of gospel-centered ministries today—but defining what the gospel is has sparked ongoing debate. Is it primarily about kingship and victory, or justification and salvation? This article explores why both perspectives matter and...
James RaymentJames Rayment, who runs The Al-Ma’idah Initiative, an organization that trains Christians to communicate truth to Muslims in ways that resonate, shares seven common evangelism mistakes and how to covercome them.