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Do Your Sermons Convict as Well as They Comfort?

By Rod Anderson, CP Cartoonist
Do Your Sermons Convict As Well As They Comfort?
Do Your Sermons Convict As Well As They Comfort?

Prayer and conviction are inseparable, as seen in the life of Christ. Theologians have rightly identified Christ's role as prophet, priest, and king, but prophet is often the most controversial. A prophet would encourage and build, but they would also warn, compel, challenge, and convict — they were not necessarily popular; they were often controversial. Pastors and preachers must balance the prophetic (convicting) with the pastoral (shepherding).

Read more at http://www.christianpost.com/news/unbelievers-may-feel-welcome-in-your-church-but-do-they-feel-convicted-143184/

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