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Encountering God Through Expository Preaching

Posted on October 1, 2017 by rgpriest

Before I begin, let me give a quick introduction. I pastored various churches from 1987 until 2006, when I stepped away from Pastoral ministry. I remain very involved in a local church serving as a Worship Leader and Elder. I … Continue reading →

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Review: H3 Leadership: Be Humble. Stay Hungry. Always Hustle.

Posted on November 16, 2016 by rgpriest

H3 Leadership: Be Humble. Stay Hungry. Always Hustle. by Brad Lomenick My rating: 3 of 5 stars Brad has joined the list of those providing writing on leadership for a wide audience. I will say there was not a lot … Continue reading →

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Review: Knowing Scripture

Posted on November 6, 2016 by rgpriest

Knowing Scripture by R.C. Sproul My rating: 4 of 5 stars Excellent book on how to read/study your Bible. This is a valuable resource to address an skill that seems widely missing in todays church. Too many of us are … Continue reading →

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Review: The Triumph of Faith: Why the World Is More Religious Than Ever

Posted on April 10, 2016 by rgpriest

The Triumph of Faith: Why the World Is More Religious Than Ever by Rodney Stark My rating: 4 of 5 stars First things first. Stark in this book is evaluating the presence of religion globally, not just Christianity. This is … Continue reading →

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Peace on Earth

Posted on January 3, 2016 by rgpriest

Peace on earth. It is a customary Christmas phrase but it’s not limited to Christmas. It’s a common hope for a New Year, the goal of political summits and even the often mocked answer of beauty pageant participants. At this … Continue reading →

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An Eschatological Journey

Posted on September 19, 2015 by rgpriest

Note. This is not a post to defend or refute any End Times, Last Days position. There will be no discussions on when Jesus is returning or any other end times chronology and events. This is a chronicle of my … Continue reading →

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Omnipotent or Impotent

Posted on September 12, 2015 by rgpriest

Recently I was in a position where I had to work on Sunday. Like most people I dislike working on the weekend. But this Sunday meant I had to miss church which I REALLY dislike. The jobsite was near York … Continue reading →

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Review: Onward: Engaging the Culture without Losing the Gospel

Posted on September 5, 2015 by rgpriest

Onward: Engaging the Culture without Losing the Gospel by Russell D. Moore My rating: 5 of 5 stars Three things are clear to start with. Russell Moore loves his God. Russell Moore loves the church. Russell Moore loves his country. … Continue reading →

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The Throne

Posted on June 16, 2012 by rgpriest

When we think of thrones we think of majesty, nobility and something regal. We also think of it as elevated and ornate. And even more than that we think of one whom sits on the throne, how they embody those … Continue reading →

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To Be An Elijah – Part 5

Posted on May 24, 2011 by rgpriest

Elijah Delivered The coronation of an earthly monarch usually takes place early in life and begins his reign. For the believer our coronation day takes place at death when we are raised to the place of glory. This is the … Continue reading →

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