by Bill Wilson | Jun 2, 2011 | Opinion
I’ve made a transition in recent years in the way I think and talk about God’s will. For many people, the will of God is a mysterious, elusive and frustrating concept. Too often, we have made it into a game that borders on God playing “keep...
by Bill Wilson | May 19, 2011 | Opinion
A minister recently asked me what I thought were the major traps that most often snared ministers when they moved to a new congregation. Great question! Healthy churches and ministers pay attention to potential trouble spots and act in a proactive way to avoid getting...
by Bill Wilson | May 5, 2011 | Opinion
Some weeks fade from memory quickly; others stand out for their significance and impact. This year, the week of Easter and following was a memorable week for us to learn some indispensible things about being a vibrant and healthy church in the 21st century. The week...
by Bill Wilson | Apr 21, 2011 | Opinion
I recently had the privilege of hearing Fred Craddock preach. For many clergy, Craddock represents the personification of a stream of preaching that emphasizes narrative and intuition over expository and logic. For some it is extremely appealing, not so much for...
by Bill Wilson | Apr 6, 2011 | Opinion
For centuries the church has taken Ephesians 4 to heart and suggested that there are five primary roles for a minister to fulfill. Modern ministers are expected to embody these roles as needed and with a significant level of expertise and professionalism. They are:...
