A Convenient Cry of “Hypocrisy” A preacher’s son who himself is now a preacher began to change his ideological positions. In doing so he began to drift further from his preacher father. Suddenly he began … Read More
FIGHTING THE NEMESIS OF OLD AGE!
He Refused to Outlive His Usefulness Dr. Jack Hyles I had the rare privilege of knowing Dr. Jack Hyles in the last years of his life. What most people do not know is that Dr. … Read More
WHAT TO DO WHEN CHURCH MEMBERS LEAVE!
Losing Church Members “Dr.Hyles, how do I deal with people when they decide to leave my church and go to another church across town?” the pastor asked. That’s a hurtful thing pastors deal with. It’s … Read More
LOYALTY TO WHAT?
The Danger of Transferring Loyalty He was the greatest church builder of our day. He did not attract a throng of people through the human methods of today’s megachurches. He employed the Biblical methods that … Read More
QUESTIONING THOSE WHO QUESTION!
Why I Am Suspicious of Young Men Who Criticize Men Like Jack Hyles. Most of us wish we could point to some politician and say there is another Ronald Reagan or that man has the … Read More
THE POSITION OF “CHANGE”
“Change IS a Position” Dr. Hyles was at times criticized for his hesitance to change things. He was always very careful and considered before making any kind of change. I remember him speaking about men … Read More
TWISTED TALKING POINTS
Beware of Rhetoric and Talking Points In every group there are certain soundbites or talking points that are a part of that group’s position. For example, the Tea Party has often been defined by various … Read More
THE EMPTY NEST SYNDROME
A Pastor’s Life After the Children Are Grown Dr. Hyles was a good example in many areas. Mrs. Gray and I have been married for 51 years. As we were facing the empty nest syndrome … Read More
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERVICES?
Wednesday Night Bible Studies vs. Wednesday Night Prayer Meetings People who change their practices do so because they do not truly understood the reasons behind something. I am not saying that to be critical. It … Read More
MISINFORMATION ABOUT FELLOWSHIP
The Fallacy of Fellowship I preached with Dr. Hyles for many years. I never met a man who loved people more than Jack Hyles. I never met a man who enjoyed spending time with people … Read More