How a Leader Handles Criticism (Nehemiah 4:1-6)
True leadership requires expecting and managing criticism while staying focused on the mission rather than seeking universal approval or becoming distracted by opposition.
Sermons
I’ve been preaching for over thirty years now. Almost every one of the sermons I’ve preached since 1996 is here.
Some of the sermons are good, but not all of them. I’ve learned a lot in the thirty-plus years I've been preaching, and I still have a long way to go.
Feel free to use these sermons as a resource. If you’re a preacher, please preach your own sermons.
Building a Life of Purpose (Nehemiah 1:1-10; 6:1-3)
Life's purpose arises when we nurture our God-given concerns, prioritize eternal impact over temporary success, and engage in meaningful work that positively affects others.
Building a Life of Faith (Hebrews 11:8-18)
Faith is a rational trust in God that involves obedience despite uncertainty, believing without seeing, and giving sacrificially even when it feels impossible, ultimately resulting in God's approval and blessings.
The Secret of Greatness
True greatness is shown through our hearts before God, our willingness to serve others, and our capacity for repentance after failure.
The Four Habits of Highly Uncompassionate People (Deuteronomy 15:7-11)
God urges us to generously help the poor because hoarding wealth brings misery, while giving brings blessings.