Since a lot of this blog highlights the dangerous pastors, preachers, and authors of today, I thought I would point out a few of the good ones I have learned from over the years. These guys teach a message that does not involve money, celebrity, or false doctrine.
- John Piper: Most people know of him. Really powerful speaker and teacher with a lot of Gospel centered teachings. Website: http://www.desiringgod.org/
- Francis Chan: A guy who preaches really strong about serving and sacrifice for the greater good. It's reported that he gives away about 90 percent of his income and no longer takes a salary form the church he pastors. Website: http://francischansblog.blogspot.com/
- Jared Wilson: Guy on the east coast with a heart to preach the Gospel and reach people. Website: http://gospeldrivenchurch.blogspot.com/
- Eric Knox: A former City Bible youth pastor who had a massive life change in the course of his ministry and founded two Gospel-centered churches (one in Portland and one in Los Angeles). One of the best preachers/teachers you will ever hear. Website: http://www.sojournvillage.com/
- Donald Miller: Great author and speaker with an approach to religion and faith that speaks to everyone. I highly recommend reading his books. Website: http://donmilleris.com/
- Brennan Manning: Another great author who wrote one of my favorite books of all time "The Ragamuffin Gospel." Website: http://www.brennanmanning.com/
I know there are plenty more out there, but these are the few that I have come across who seem to have a really great message on Gospel-centered living. If anyone knows of any other solid pastors, teachers, authors or leaders or thinks one of the people I mentioned are not so great, please do share.
Those are all really good blogs, you’re right.
I would also add Boundless Line – which is Focus on the Family’s blog for young people. It’s a little conservative for my taste, but they do raise compelling topics. And ever since Obama won the election in 2008, and won young people convincingly, they have tamped down on the Republican rhetoric.
Also, this youtube clip from John Piper on the Prosperity Gospel is one of my all-time favorites.
This is A-W-E-S-O-M-E! The statement about claiming “God is enough” even when your little girl dies in a car crash, is one of the most powerful things I have ever heard preached. Seriously!
Great thread going here! I’ll add one of my favorite study sites;
http://www.inplainsite.org
The Brennan Manning site looks really good, I’ll try to find some of his books.