Frank G. Honeycutt Boeken

The book features a diverse cast of characters, each grappling with personal challenges and unique circumstances. A ghost's obsession with mountains leads to his untimely demise, while a retired educator finds solace in working at Wrigley Field's scoreboard. An orthodontist passionately shares his beliefs with patients, and a bipolar father navigates a chaotic day that brings him face-to-face with law enforcement. Additionally, a victim of identity theft reevaluates his career path, showcasing themes of identity, loss, and the search for meaning.

Seasoned advice for pastors facing the weekly challenge of preparing sermons For pastors, a new sermon comes every week. Conventional wisdom says that pastors need to sequester themselves to prepare their weekly sermon without distraction. But veteran preacher Frank Honeycutt suggests just the opposite: prepare your sermons as part of a daily, lived experience in the community. Using the days of the week as a framework, Honeycutt describes practical and essential tasks leading up to the writing and delivery of the Sunday sermon--habits that will provide lasting spiritual nourishment for pastors who plan for a long career in parish ministry. With humor and candid acknowledgment of his own mistakes and doubts, Honeycutt reflects on the joys and hazards of ministry and explains how a faithful process of preaching shapes pastors for a lifetime of healthy ministry. Monday: Listening Tuesday: Hearing Wednesday: Exegeting Thursday: Naming Reflecting: A Pastor Looks Back Friday: Writing Saturday: Rehearsing Sunday: Offering

Exploring the provocative teachings of Jesus on family, this book delves into how his call for radical allegiance challenges traditional notions of kinship. It confronts the tension between familial loyalty and discipleship, suggesting that true devotion to Jesus may lead to division rather than harmony within families. By examining these jarring statements in the context of modern challenges, the author offers a fresh perspective for Christians today, encouraging a prioritization of faith over familial ties to foster genuine support for loved ones.

Set against a backdrop of declining church attendance and a diverse spiritual landscape, this collection of essays explores the church's need to redefine its theological identity while remaining rooted in biblical tradition. Addressing challenges in Christian formation and discipleship, the writings are organized around the church year and aim to engage both pastors and those new to faith. With a blend of humor and accessibility, the book invites reflection and discussion, making it suitable for both individual and group settings.