Emphasis Preaching Journal

A pastor in Texas tells about a spiritual reality that affects most Christians. He had just finished a sermon series that had much of the church buzzing. He'd touched on many issues that were controversial but, overall, the series had been well-received.

After this very affirming and enriching experience, he had a visitor in his office. This long-time member was not happy ... he had overstepped his authority in the series and she did not like it one bit. "What are you going to do about this? Surely you owe me and many others an apology!"