by Bill Wilson | May 24, 2010 | Opinion
It can be a challenge for clergy and congregations to navigate the tricky waters of expectations and live together in positive and encouraging relationships rather than confrontational ones. I’ve recently had three insights that bear repeating. First, my...
by Bill Wilson | Apr 26, 2010 | Opinion
One of the most precarious tasks a preacher faces is that of being a prophet. The role of prophet is one that many ministers feel a deep ambivalence toward. All preachers know that relevant preaching must address the great issues of the day and offer a word from the...
by Bill Wilson | Apr 6, 2010 | Opinion
My seminary-student son recently told me about a Web site called soulpancake.com. Specifically, he mentioned a thread of responses to the question, “What do you lie to yourself about?” When I went to the site and began to read the anonymous responses, I...
by Bill Wilson | Mar 21, 2010 | Opinion
‘Tis the season to be about pruning. As an avid gardener with multiple fruit trees in my yard, I find myself thinking a great deal about pruning this time of year. Gardeners know that each type of fruit tree requires a specific type of pruning. Peach trees, for...
by Bill Wilson | Feb 25, 2010 | Opinion
Who is your Nathan? Every minister needs a Nathan. No exceptions. You know Nathan, the bold truth-teller who finally broke through King David’s rationalizations and justifications. Nathan served the kingdom by speaking God’s truth to David’s...
