Every day, the straight heterosexist hegemony manages to find new ways to assert its dominance over all who do not share its presumptions.
Today, hangers on the back of an hotel room door.
Every day something different.
6 responses to “12 Things I’ve Learned About Preaching”
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I feel the sort of fervent affirmation that would come out as if I were arguing with you…
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That’s so well stated.
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Thanks, Kelvin – just realised I’m preaching next week …
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Wisdom shared can be beneficial to most anyone in any profession! Very well said! I can think of some preachers that could/should heed your 12 commandments!
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Thank you Kelvin. As preachers there is a danger that ‘we won’t be told’. This particular blog has allowed me to refer back to basics. It is deeply reassuring to know that preaching is not the work of genius, but the work of the Holy Spirit within us. Blessings Always.
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Fantastic list! Should be shared with colleagues and those learning to preach.
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