Evangelism has taken me to churches and ministries in 47 states in 6 different countries in hundreds of different “camps.” You know what I mean by that right? Some “camps” are larger (the BBF, for instance) and some are really just a small group of like-minded folks who occasionally get together for encouragement and collaboration.…
An article about preachers and ties? Well, yes, and here is why. I get asked about this quite frequently and have noticed that there are some fairly strong opinions involved. So, here are my simple thoughts. There is a sense in which it doesn’t matter. I have heard some incredibly powerful and life-changing preaching…
Thoughts on “Ministry” and the Call to Preach I believe in ministry! I believe that every believer is spiritually gifted to serve in the ministry of the local church as taught in Romans 12 and I Corinthians 12. I also believe that God gives some men as specific leaders in the work of the ministry…
The Dangers of Straw Men and Slippery Slopes Evangelist Dave Young Did you know that straw men and slippery slope arguments are logical fallacies? They appeal to emotions rather than to truth and logic. They side-step and misrepresent positions rather than discuss the position rationally. They broad brush issues and make assumptions that often have…
The importance of the local church cannot be understated. “Jesus died for the church,” we are told in the Bible. “The gates of hell will not prevail against the church,” Jesus said. The church is as old as the ministry of Jesus Himself and is a vital part of any believer’s success as well…
I have no idea how many times I have preached from the writings of James! It is a revival book and a powerful one at that. They needed to return to obedience (to do the Word and not just hear it); they needed to deal with the way they were treating people (to have respect…
This time of the year is a special time for me to stop and think and reflect. Over the last few days, I have especially been thankful for the men who have had the greatest influences in my life and ministry. While there are many, six are quite prominent. Here they are, listed in the…
It was almost 70 years ago that a young father tightly hugged his 3 year old daughter, walked away from a failed marriage, and never returned. Years later it would be discovered that he had moved to a far-away state for work and, although attempts were made to reconnect with his daughter, those attempts never…
“How do we get to the next level?” is a question that I hear along the way, usually from younger men who are hungry to see God work in their church and city and who have a genuine desire to see many people saved. It is a valid question, and I always appreciate and applaud…
Thank you to all who read my recent blog post on Racism, Baptists, and the NFL Here is a quote about racism that I saw today and it was a blessing to me. It is a bit lengthy, but I hope you enjoy it. “Separate but equal is a concept long ago rejected in jurisprudence –…
Evangelist Dave Young 