tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post113762312762400807..comments2023-05-01T05:20:32.574-07:00Comments on Observations and Opinions: Bill Cosby & Content of the SermonRayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137982678879773342006-01-22T18:17:00.000-08:002006-01-22T18:17:00.000-08:00Paul! So good to hear from you...Paul! So good to hear from you...Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137911694899771062006-01-21T22:34:00.000-08:002006-01-21T22:34:00.000-08:00Ray,I kind of thought that was what you were getti...Ray,<BR/><BR/>I kind of thought that was what you were getting after.<BR/><BR/>God Bless.Bob Haytonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05176224396073767674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137911633792963442006-01-21T22:33:00.000-08:002006-01-21T22:33:00.000-08:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Bob Haytonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05176224396073767674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137883790351986722006-01-21T14:49:00.000-08:002006-01-21T14:49:00.000-08:00Fundy Reformed -- I meant expositorially -- don't ...Fundy Reformed -- I meant expositorially -- don't know where I got that 'other' word! :-)Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137875032993415402006-01-21T12:23:00.000-08:002006-01-21T12:23:00.000-08:00Fundy Reformed -- I agree wholeheartedly! We preac...Fundy Reformed -- I agree wholeheartedly! We preach expositorial through the Scriptures... <BR/><BR/>Thta is part of what I was attempting to say -- preachers put the 'spin' on God's Word to make THEIR point, not the Scriptures...Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137845142124126392006-01-21T04:05:00.000-08:002006-01-21T04:05:00.000-08:00Fantastic thoughts!But let me go one step further....Fantastic thoughts!<BR/><BR/>But let me go one step further. I think churches need more expository and less topical preaching. Along these lines, a former pastor of mine used to say he viewed his role to be that of the waiter. The Chef (aka the Holy Spirit) did a great job fixing the dish (ie. the Word), and no one wants the waiter rearranging the dish. The preacher is to herald what God says in His Word.<BR/><BR/>God's Word is written in books not verses! And the authors of Scripture are very good at making their point through the development of an argument (several chapters long, often, as in Hebrews). But the modern pastor comes along and takes one verse here, a couple there, and writes his own book in delivering an ensemble that is pleasing to his eye. Please, give me what the Chef made! Verse-by-verse messages, and expository messages dealing with a section of the text are successful in that they help us see what is being said. Only then is the full power of the Word unleashed as it is enabled to minister to us in the way intended by its Author.<BR/><BR/>So often topical messages end up devolving into a "spring text" (place from which to spring the message from), three points and a poem. We stamp outlines onto Scripture in whichever way we can. Often pastors know what they will say before they know which text to use!<BR/><BR/>However, do not misunderstand me. I believe there is a place for topical preaching. An Easter message at Easter time, or like this Sunday, our pastor will be preaching a message on the sanctity of life, in tune to the anniversary of Roe v. Wade. Also, preaching of systematic doctrines, and systematic topics (like faith, love, etc.) can be helpful. But please give me Scripture not mere opinion!Bob Haytonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05176224396073767674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137777860978445522006-01-20T09:24:00.000-08:002006-01-20T09:24:00.000-08:00I remember that routine! Now that insipid "Dad is...I remember that routine! Now that insipid "Dad is great" tune is rolling through my head. Did you ever hear the album with Fat Albert and Junior Barnes? Sometimes I play it on the antique turntable and start giggling. My kids look at each other and roll their eyes.<BR/><BR/>The thing about the kids and the chocolate breakfast was that although the kids thought it was great, they didn't know any better. It was really not good for them. The kids probably weren't pleased that mom stopped this from ever happening again, but that was also because they didn't know any better.<BR/><BR/>It can't be easy being a faithful pastor of the Truth.<BR/><BR/>Thanks Ray, this is a good post.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16625691560372353977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137774864100262612006-01-20T08:34:00.000-08:002006-01-20T08:34:00.000-08:00rose~ -- I don't always comment as I only want to ...rose~ -- I don't always comment as I only want to say something when I feel it will be of worth...<I> sometimes I fail that test though!</I>.<BR/><BR/>I learn a lot by reading -- and not always do I need to say something...<BR/><BR/>You are always welcome here...Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137770768474821762006-01-20T07:26:00.000-08:002006-01-20T07:26:00.000-08:00Ray,How interestin, I'm glad you enjoyed the TULIP...Ray,<BR/>How interestin, I'm glad you enjoyed the TULIP series. I really learned a lot about Christian thinking. That surprises me when I hear someone has been reading my blog and doesn't comment. I, on the other hand, rarely keep my blog mouth shut! I'll be back!Rose~https://www.blogger.com/profile/14906854078623897422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137766066991921042006-01-20T06:07:00.000-08:002006-01-20T06:07:00.000-08:00LOL -- Sorry Charles... Thanks for stopping by...r...LOL -- Sorry Charles... Thanks for stopping by...<BR/><BR/>rose~ - Thank you for stopping by as well, I have seen you on many of the blogs I frequent, but have never had the chance to actually converse with you... I enjoyed the recent discussions on your blog regarding TULIP...Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137731207058480602006-01-19T20:26:00.000-08:002006-01-19T20:26:00.000-08:00I was in the middle of preparing Sunday's sermon w...I was in the middle of preparing Sunday's sermon when I thought, "mmm, let's check Ray's blog." Now I have to start my sermon "from scratch." Thanks man!Charles Northhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12672520552294656059noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137711663710238152006-01-19T15:01:00.000-08:002006-01-19T15:01:00.000-08:00Good toast ... I mean post! I saw a reference to ...Good toast ... I mean post! I saw a reference to it on Dyspraxic fundamentalist. You are so right, the important ingredients are diluted with filler and become rather ineffective. <BR/>Glad to see your blog!Rose~https://www.blogger.com/profile/14906854078623897422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137705752830431942006-01-19T13:22:00.000-08:002006-01-19T13:22:00.000-08:00Thanks Matthew...Thanks Matthew...Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137692980046221542006-01-19T09:49:00.000-08:002006-01-19T09:49:00.000-08:00What a fantastic post! You make a good point here....What a fantastic post! You make a good point here.<BR/><BR/>I think I heard that sketch on the radio once.<BR/><BR/>God Bless<BR/><BR/>MatthewMatthew Celestinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02874430461346560520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137645859682307202006-01-18T20:44:00.000-08:002006-01-18T20:44:00.000-08:00Yeah, I think that the coffee is the resurrection ...Yeah, I think that the coffee is the resurrection as well! :-) (I am a coffee head)...<BR/><BR/>You are MORE than welcome to stop by and see us!<BR/><BR/>And I have been very appreciative of our 'cyber-acquaintance'...Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137632751373553652006-01-18T17:05:00.000-08:002006-01-18T17:05:00.000-08:00So what does the morning coffee equate to in the G...So what does the morning coffee equate to in the Gospel? To me, that is the most important part of breakfast, so I'm thinking it must be the resurrection... ;)<BR/><BR/>Great post, Ray. I really appreciate your recent contributions to my blog, and I am glad I have made your cyber-acquaintance! If I ever make it back to Dallas, I think I know of a church I can visit!! :)<BR/><BR/>steve :)Steve Sensenighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04366847574145407186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14386953.post-1137625405567259842006-01-18T15:03:00.000-08:002006-01-18T15:03:00.000-08:00I have heard a little about Rood, and nothing abou...I have heard a little about Rood, and nothing about Brad Scott...<BR/><BR/>Don't know much about them... The one small snippet I saw of Rood was somewhat sensational, but that might just have been the piece I picked up...Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950476090876270020noreply@blogger.com