I’ve become convinced that when you preach a message it changes you more than the majority hearers, because you’re the one who has to sit with it, and wrestle with it for all those days leading up to delivery.
That’s the way it is supposed to be; I have observed, however, that not everyone benefits as you suggest. This is probably due to the speaker being the author rather than God – I have been in both boats. Your statement should always be true though. It is probably the best objective test there is concerning the veracity and efficacy of the message.
I’m lucky, I only do it every now and then & normally only when there’s something on my heart. Most of the time I have lots of notice & am able to pour my heart & soul into it.
I do feel for those who have to pump out a message or two every week, I could never do that. But then that’s a burden we’ve also created for ourselves in the way we do church.
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That’s the way it is supposed to be; I have observed, however, that not everyone benefits as you suggest. This is probably due to the speaker being the author rather than God – I have been in both boats. Your statement should always be true though. It is probably the best objective test there is concerning the veracity and efficacy of the message.
I’m lucky, I only do it every now and then & normally only when there’s something on my heart. Most of the time I have lots of notice & am able to pour my heart & soul into it.
I do feel for those who have to pump out a message or two every week, I could never do that. But then that’s a burden we’ve also created for ourselves in the way we do church.
thanks for the comment.
Thanks for the stimulation
http://theologicaljello.com/2012/12/03/the-burden-of-selfish-religion/