May 17, 2012
by Julian Freeman
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What would you see if you looked in my backyard? A sandbox, a patio, some trees, a garden, a shed, some room for the kids to run, and a fence to keep them from running too far. At least, that’s … Continue reading
April 23, 2012
by Julian Freeman
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Being a pastor is a strange thing. We proclaim a message with the power of God to change people, but we can’t even change ourselves. We call others to perfection, as Jesus did, but our lives are full of imperfection. … Continue reading
April 4, 2012
by Julian Freeman
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Back at the end of February Stephen Altrogge wrote a very helpful post titled, ‘The Best Thing You Can Do for Your Pastor.’ In it he reminded us of the truth of 2 Corinthians 1.11: You also must help us … Continue reading
March 1, 2012
by Julian Freeman
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This should go without saying, but we must not pastor like Adam. It should go without saying, but because we live in a fallen world, and our hearts are prone to forgetting what we know, I need to remind myself not … Continue reading
February 24, 2012
by Julian Freeman
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Lately, as we’ve been working our way through Genesis 1-2 at church, I’ve been thinking about life in a perfect world. What would it be like to work without ‘thorns and thistles’? What would it be like to be married … Continue reading
October 6, 2010
by Julian Freeman
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To what extent should pastors follow the conventions of their culture? When should the manners and conventions of our society be challenged? C.H. Spurgeon gives some wise counsel: We cannot afford to run great risks through little things. Our care … Continue reading
September 2, 2010
by Julian Freeman
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Tim Challies posted this video trailer for this new book by Darrin Patrick. The trailer itself is a mini-sermon and convicted me a lot! I thought I’d share it here as well. I’m really looking forward to this book. … Continue reading