I was introduced to the ministry of Ray Pritchard through his books. I have never failed to profit from a Pritchard book. But I enjoy his preaching even more than I love his books. Ray is a clear and compelling Bible preacher, whose love for Christ and people is evident as he proclaims the word of God. Even though Ray is no longer in a full-time pastorate, he still has a pastor's heart. And it shows. In part 2 of my interview with Ray, we discuss preaching and pastoral ministry, along with things God is doing in his life and...

I started blogging because of Ray Pritchard. I bought one of his books and became an instant fan. When I looked up his church website, I found his blog. It was the first pastor's blog I had ever read. And I read it religiously after that. I read it so much that I decided to try my hand in it. So we can all blame Ray Pritchard for my blogging foibles. I shot Pritchard an email question one day. He respond. And thus began our friendship. In more ways than I can describe, Ray has been a friend, mentor, and...

Dr. Lance Watson is the Senior Pastor of The St. Paul’s Baptist Church, which meets at three locations in Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia. It is his first pastorate, where he has served for twenty-eight years. Watson is also a sought-after speaker, preaching extensively in churches and conferences around the country. The story of the Lord’s work in Pastor Watson’s life and ministry is truly remarkable. And I hope your confidence in the sovereign providence of God will grow as you watch the following interview. Did you find this interview encouraging? Join the conversation in the comments section. 

UPDATE: Joe Pace is currently the Pastor of Worship & Arts at the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church in Jacksonville, where I serve as pastor-teacher. Joe Pace is an award-winning gospel music artist. He has recorded more than ten albums, many with the Colorado Mass Choir. “Stir Up the Gift,” "Shake the Foundation,” "Enter In,” “I Will Bless the Lord At All Times,” and “And We Are Glad,” being just a few of the well-known and often-performed songs he has recorded. Pace is also an ordained minister and has served as Pastor of Worship, actively participating in overseeing and leading worship...

Pastor Bryan Carter has led the Concord Church of Dallas for ten years; succeeding the founding pastor of the church, Dr. E.K. Bailey. Under Pastor Carter's leadership, the church has grown spiritually and numerically, with a continued and growing influence in the greater Dallas area and beyond. He also oversees the E.K. Bailey Preaching Conference, which trains pastors from around the country in expository preaching. I am glad and grateful to call Bryan Carter my friend. And it was a joy to sit with him for the following interview about his life, faith, and ministry. Enjoy! Did you find this interview...

I am blessed to have Maurice Watson as a friend and mentor. Dr. Maurice Watson is the Senior-Pastor of the Beulahland Bible Church, which meets in Macon and Warner Robbins, GA. Alongside of the great work he is doing in the life of his congregation, Pastor Watson is known around the country for his faithful exposition of the word of God. I had the opportunity to interview him about his life, ministry, preaching. It was a good conversation that I trust will be an encouragement to you. Did you find this interview helpful? Join the conversation in the comments section. 

Charlie Dates is the pastor of the Progressive Baptist Church of Chicago. Charlie and I are new friends. I have great respect and admiration for him. He is a strong and faithful young pastor. I expect great things from him. Last year, Charlie Dates wrote a guest post for me: When the Pulpit has a Preacher but no Bible Pastor Dates recently visited Jacksonville and graciously sat with me for an interview. I hope you find it encouraging. Did you find this interview helpful? Join the conversation int he comments section. 

Dr. Fred Luter Jr. is the Senior-Pastor of the Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans. He is also the President of the Southern Baptist Convention, the first African-American to lead the convention. Knowing that Dr. Luter would be in town to speak at a conference, I reached out to see if could make time in his busy schedule to chat with me. Even though we had never spoken or met before, Dr. Luter graciously accepted my invitation for an interview. I was blown away by how gracious, humble, and kind Dr. Luter is. And he has a great testimony...

I needed a hobby. A diversion. Something. So I started writing on my blog more, among other things. Along with reading, writing is one of the most relaxing things I do. My increased writing led to a blog site update, which led to even more writing. Most weeks, I write a "Notes from Sunday" recap and "Saturday Shout-Outs."  I often write one or two other posts a week, as well. Here are some of the top posts of 2012.. Top Posts Things I've Learned Along the Way 10 Recommendations to Gospel Artists from a Loyal Fan and a Concerned Pastor...

Here is part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Rudolph Waldo McKissick, Sr. Dr. McKissick is the Senior Pastor of the Bethel Baptist Institutional Church in Jacksonville, where he has served for 46 years. He shares pastoral responsibilities with his dynamic son, Rudolph McKissick, Jr. Dr. McKissick is a gracious man, full of wisdom, who loves the Lord and his people. Check out Part 1 of the McKissick Interview. Enjoy this second half of our conversation. Did you find this interview helpful? Join the conversation in the comments section. 

Dr. Rudolph Waldo McKissick Sr. is a legend in the Jacksonville church community. Dr. McKissick has been a part of one church all of his life - the historic Bethel Baptist Institutional Church. It is the church where his family attended when he was a child. It is the church where he met the Lord Jesus Christ. It is the church where he began his ministry. It is the church where he has served as senior-pastor for 46 years. The Lord has used Dr. McKissick to lead the Bethel Church from strength to strength. He has been a respected spiritual...

Keelan Atkinson is the founding pastor of the Word Fellowship Reformed Baptist Church in Greensboro, NC. I have known Keelan for some years now. He is a diligent student and faithful preacher of the word of God. Originally from St. Louis, Keelan is a product of Covenant Theological Seminary. He planted Word Fellowship several years ago. It is a God-intoxicated, Bible-saturated, Gospel-loving church. In this interview, Keelan discusses his testimony, ministerial call, and pastoral experience. We also talked about Reformed Theology. Keelan is one of the first brothers I knew personally who fully embraced the Doctrines of Grace. We have...