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What can ruling elders do to promote better preaching?On this issue of the Ruling Elder podcast, John Currie, OPC pastor and Professor and Dean of Pastoral Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia, discusses why this is so important and gives practical suggestions on how and when to do it, and, just as importantly, how not to do it.The OPC Form of Government says “[Ruling Elders] should have particular concern for the doctrine and conduct of the minister of the Word and help him in his labors.” (Fg. X.3)Several resources are also available online at Ordained Servant.“What Ruling Elders Can Do to Promote Better Preaching.” (Edwin J. Kreykes) 11:2 (Apr. 2002): 40-42. https://opc.org/OS/pdf/OSV11N2.pdf“How to Assess a Sermon: A Checklist for Ruling Elders.” (William Shishko) 12:2 (Apr. 2003): 43-44. https://opc.org/OS/pdf/OSV12N2.pdf“What Is Faithful Preaching?” (Alan D. Strange) 27 (2018): 25-30. https://opc.org/os.html?article_id=686Further ReadingT. David Gordon, Why Johnny Can't Preach: The Media Have Shaped the Messengers, (P&R Publishing; 2009)Christopher J Gordon, “How to Evaluate Your Pastor” in Faithful and Fruitful: Essays for Elders and Deacons, eds. William Boekestein and Steven Swets, (Reformed Fellowship Inc. 2019, pp. 181-193).Christopher Ash, Listen Up: A Practical Guide to Listening to Sermons, (The Good Book Company, 2009)John Angell James, An Earnest Ministry: The Want of the Times, (Banner of Truth Trust)Charles Spurgeon, “The Necessity of Ministerial Progress” in Lectures to My Students, (Banner of Truth Trust)John's recommneded reading for Ruling EldersJohn Calvin, Institutes of Christian ReligionR. B. Kuiper, The Glorious Body of Christ: A Scriptural Appreciation of the One Holy Church, (Banner of Truth Trust)Harry Reeder, From Embers to a Flame: How God Can Revitalize Your Church, (P&R Publishing, 2008)
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: THE GOSPEL OF FREE JUSTIFICATION BY FAITH ALONE Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 7/21/2024 Bible: Romans 3:21-26 Length: 38 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: FALSE PROPHETS, WIDE GATES Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 7/21/2024 Bible: Matthew 7:15-20 Length: 36 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: UNBURDENING THE ANXIOUS HEART Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 6/2/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:25-34 Length: 38 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: LOVE EVEN YOUR ENEMIES Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 4/14/2024 Bible: Matthew 5:43-48 Length: 38 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: GOD'S RIGHTEOUS JUDGMENT Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 4/14/2024 Bible: Romans 1:24-32 Length: 39 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: PURITY AND MARRIAGE Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 3/17/2024 Bible: Matthew 5:27-32 Length: 35 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: PURITY AND MARRIAGE Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 3/17/2024 Bible: Matthew 5:27-32 Length: 35 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: YOU NEED THE SABBATH! Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 2/18/2024 Bible: Psalm 92 Length: 35 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: OF ANGELS, WARFARE, AND THE MAN FROM HEAVEN Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 1/28/2024 Bible: Daniel 10 Length: 38 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: OF KINGDOMS AND ANTICHRISTS Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 11/5/2023 Bible: Daniel 8 Length: 39 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Beatitudes: "The Meek Win The Earth" Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 7/9/2023 Bible: Matthew 5:1-12 Length: 35 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Gospel Endurance For The Weary Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 12/11/2022 Bible: Hebrews 10:32-39 Length: 36 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Gibeonite Deception Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 11/13/2022 Bible: Joshua 9 Length: 36 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Great Apostasy Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 11/27/2022 Bible: Hebrews 10:26-31 Length: 38 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Crossing Over The Enemy Of Death Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/4/2022 Bible: Joshua 3 Length: 35 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: God Took An Oath For Your Peace Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 5/1/2022 Bible: Hebrews 6:13-20 Length: 32 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Ninth Commandment: You Shall Not Bear False Witness Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 2/27/2022 Bible: Joshua 2 Length: 38 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Introducing The King Of Israel Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 6/27/2021 Bible: Ruth 4:1-22 Length: 38 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Why Baptism Matters Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 6/20/2021 Bible: Ezekiel 36:17-29; John 3:1-8 Length: 35 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Why Baptism Matters Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 6/20/2021 Bible: Ezekiel 36:17-29; John 3:1-8 Length: 35 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Hatred Of Christians In The World Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 1/24/2021 Bible: John 15:18-25 Length: 35 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Children Of The Heavenly Father Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 11/8/2020 Bible: Romans 8:15-16 Length: 37 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Escondido United Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: WAR OF THE WORLDS Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Gordon Broadcaster: Escondido United Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 2/4/2024 Bible: Daniel 11 Length: 40 min.
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