Preaching: An Encounter with God Himself
“What sermon had the most impact on your life?” That question was asked by my friend Jeff Purswell at a recent dinner with some friends. We all paused and began to recount our histories of hearing sermons. We all reflected upon the difference the preaching of God’s word has made in our lives. This question provoked a wonderful review of each man’s experience of grace through preaching. Something happens in the preaching of God’s word that doesn’t happen in our private devotions or small groups or even…