Posts by Mark Dever
How a church leader can help cultivate a culture of discipleship
Build your own weekly schedule to include time for communication...
Should churches primarily view discipleship as a «program» or a «way of life»?
The church should not view discipleship as a special event or a spectacular program. Discipleship...
How can we practically make disciples for other Christians?
Joining and engaging in the community Join the church. Come to...
How does apprenticeship work?
Discipleship occurs primarily through learning and imitation. The best thing about...
The Underestimated Pastoral Power of the Correct Doctrine of Repentance
The correct doctrine of repentance provides pastoral power. It equips pastors and believers...
How to survive a cultural crisis
Public opinion on same-sex marriage, as well as the country's laws, appear to be undergoing...
Gospel preaching at a funeral
The most useful advice I ever received about preaching at people's funerals...
Gospel-centered preaching is preaching that shines with the Gospel.
Can the film "The Princess Bride" be considered a classic? Considering the number of...
Dear Pastor, Know Your Theology of Sanctification
The moment I realized the inadequacy of my understanding of sanctification forever...
The Problem of Modern Preaching—and Biblical Theology as a Solution
Diagnostics - The Problem of Modern Preaching (Part 1) Within the framework of the association of...
Has preaching changed since the days of the Early Church?
Regular, systematic, exegetical preaching of the Holy Scriptures takes center stage...
Learning to be yourself as a preacher: tips from someone who is still trying to do it
When Phillips Brooks defined preaching as "the communication of truth through personality," I...