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Old 02-21-2008, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by py3ak View Post
Now that regular exposition has been hashed out, what do you do about occasional opportunities? Before you're called to a regular charge, or at a conference, when filling the pulpit at another church, etc. In many of those times you will have little to no knowledge of the congregation's needs. What considerations direct your choice in those circumstances?
That is a good question. I aim at edification (e.g. comforting those who are disturbed and disturbing those who are comfortable), but always assume there are unbelievers. Any tips will be gratefully received.
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