What does the term P.C. bring to your mind? Do you think of the archaic term “privileged character?” Maybe you are old enough to think “personal computer.” Or if you are paying attention to the media over the last decade you think – “politically correct.” Combining the three terms into one sentence we could say … Continue reading Being “P. C.”
Author: Scott McCown
Vacation Bible School 2010
Our VBS at Parrish Church of Christ is now in the history books. We still have some follow-up work to do, but the event is behind us. This year we Journeyed to Egypt with 'Bama Jones' and Dug into the Life of Joseph. We learned about Joseph's trust in God and how God took care … Continue reading Vacation Bible School 2010
Conflict Resolution
We all have conflicts. They start in infancy and continue throughout adulthood. Conflict is neither positive or negative, it simply is. The key to positive conflict is learning how to deal with conflict and resolve conflict when such arises. I want to share six steps from Jesus' teachings in Matthew 5:23-24 and 18:15-17 on resolving … Continue reading Conflict Resolution
Expository Sermon Outline of Colossians 1:15-20
Here is an example of a mostly expository outline. This is skeletal, so you if you use this please research the background material. The Heresy at Colossae Observe Jewish festivals Observe mystic festivals God works through angels and ethereal beings who we must appease to gain favor. Paul teaches them Christ in the form of … Continue reading Expository Sermon Outline of Colossians 1:15-20
A Case for Expository Preaching
Expository Preaching Definition/Contrast: Hadden Robinson states, “Preaching is a living processes involving God, the preacher, and the congregation . . .”[1] This validity of this statement intensifies when one considers the expository preaching. According to Sidney Greidanus expository preaching is “Bible-centered preaching . . . the exposition of a biblical passage.”[2] Others emphasize that “. … Continue reading A Case for Expository Preaching
Journey to Egypt
Joseph, Joseph (lyrics: Scott McCown / tune: Louie, Louie) Chorus: Joseph, Joseph; Don’t you know; God was with his life. Yeah, yeah, yeah! (I said) Joseph, Joseph; Don’t you know; God was with his life. Yeah, yeah, yeah! Verse 1: Joseph loved his colorful coat; But to his brothers he seemed to gloat. They threw … Continue reading Journey to Egypt
A Model of Rural Ministry
Now that I am back in town from a vacation tour of Lancaster County, PA and the surrounding areas including Hershey and Gettysburg, I will blog again. So as promised over a week ago, here is a model of ministry in a rural setting. Be sure to read the footnote. Scott A Model of Ministry … Continue reading A Model of Rural Ministry
From the Library
Every now and then I will pull a book of the shelf, blow the dust off and skim through the pages. This morning I did just that with, "Gus Nichols' Sermon Outlines Vol. 1." On pages 108 - 109 I found the following outline (edited to fit in this blog): What is the Christian Life? … Continue reading From the Library
What does the Congregation Expect from the Minister?
Congregational expectations vary from place to place and congregations expect much from their preacher(s). Too often these expectations are not written down and this lack of concrete expectations can lead to misunderstandings and hurt feelings. I suggest having as many on the table (written down) as possible. We also know that some expectations are ridiculous … Continue reading What does the Congregation Expect from the Minister?
It was Just a Quarter.
The Quarter Several years ago, a preacher moved to a new town and a new work. Some weeks after he arrived, he had occasion to ride the bus from his home to the downtown area. When he sat down, he discovered that the driver had accidentally given him a quarter too much change. As he … Continue reading It was Just a Quarter.
Driving Thought 