Ligon Duncan is one of my favorite contemporary preachers (and rappers?).  His treatment of 2 Timothy 4:6-22 was excellent.  Here are my notes... Ligon Duncan 2 Timothy 4:6-22 READ and PRAY the pastoral epistles of Paul. Problems in the Western Church: 1)    Paul’s message won’t work today 2)    Message works, but our methods need overhaul … Continue reading Gospel Coalition Conference – Observation #8

Bryan Chapell is a professor of preaching and author of probably the most definitive contemporary book on expositional preaching, Christ-Centered Preaching.  I thought his treatment of 2 Timothy was exceptional and practical - meaning of the greatest help to me for the people of UBC.  Here are the notes... Bryan Chapell 2 Timothy 3:10-4:1-5 You … Continue reading Gospel Coalition Conference – Observation #7

Take Heed How You Hear! Ten Practical Preparations for Hearing the Word of God on Sunday Morning By John Piper March 2, 1998 1. Pray that God would give you a good and honest heart. The heart we need is a work of God. That's why we pray for it. Ezekiel 36:26, "I will give … Continue reading Good Advice on Preparing to Hear the Preaching of the Word

K. Edward Copeland is the senior pastor of New Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Rockford, IL.  He did a very good job in presenting 2 Timothy 3:1-9. K. Edward Copeland 2 Timothy 3:1-9 1)    The Last Days Last days began with Christ Paul was informed about these last days because he was also in his last … Continue reading Gospel Coalition Conference – Observation #6

Mark Driscoll is probably the most "controversial" personality that's in the circles that I follow.  I have come to appreciate his teachability as much as anything.  He allows others to see his sanctification in a way that must bless his congregation.  While I'm not as controversial or blunt as Mark is, I still feel like … Continue reading Gospel Coalition Conference – Observation #5

Phil Ryken may not be known by you, but those who have been blessed by the ministry of James Montgomery Boice will probably know who he is.  Ryken followed Boice as senior pastor of the historic Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia.  While his talk may not have been the most exuberant of the week, I … Continue reading Gospel Coalition Conference – Observation #4

The second talk of The Gospel Coalition conference was John Piper.  The full-length video is HERE.  Following are my brief notes from his talk: John Piper  (2 Timothy 1:1-12) Main point (not necessarily the most important point, the main point is what you want to focus on) -       Timothy, keep feeding the flame of God’s … Continue reading Gospel Coalition Conference – Observation #3

Tim Keller is one of my newer favorite writers and speakers.  He has a rare gift of being able to engage our culture with a staunchly biblical apologetic.  I appreciate someone who serves in the middle of Manhatten, exercises broad ministries of mercy to the city, and maintains a strong biblical orthodoxy. Keller was the … Continue reading Gospel Coalition Conference – Observation #2

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One of the greatest challenges in going to a conference like the Gospel Coalition this past week is really unpacking the material, passion, ideas that have been crammed in the heart, mind and soul.  Too often notes get taken and they stay there.  On the other hand there are those pastors that go to a … Continue reading Unpacking the Gospel Coalition Conference – Part 1