Tag Archives: Michael A. Milton

Grace in the Trenches: Chaplains on the Front Lines of the Repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

The senior chaplain came to me for counseling, struggling with how he would face the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell (DADT). I put my hand on his shoulder and looked him square in the eyes, “Chaplain, this nation needs … Continue reading →

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The Public Face of Ministry and the Private Heart of the Pastor: Are they the same?

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

The semester is winding down. The calls are being processed for our seniors. The first year is coming to a close to our beginning students and self-assessment is need. Our middlers face the reality that they are now stepping up … Continue reading →

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A Delayed Salvation: Hope for the Suffering Saint

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

…who are kept by the power of God through faith for salvation ready to be revealed in the last time (1 Peter 1:5). A friend came by the other day to talk about salvation. Those who characterize themselves as unbelievers … Continue reading →

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The Believer’s Investment Strategy

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

This sermon was preached at the Spring Convocation, RTS Charlotte, on February 1, 2011 Mark 10:17-31 (See also Matthew 19:16-22; Luke 18:18-23) The Rich Young Ruler 17 And as he was setting out on his journey, a man ran up and … Continue reading →

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Guffaw the Goat and “The Prodigal Son” for Children

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

I wrote this story for Vacation Bible School at First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga, Tennessee where I served as pastor. I loved telling my story to the children as much as I enjoyed writing it. In fact, I have enjoyed … Continue reading →

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Letters to Our Students: “Healers, Not Doctors”

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

We cared so much for you that we were pleased to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become very dear to us (1 Thessalonians 2:8). There is a really … Continue reading →

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Evangelism and Joy: Still Learning from Lausanne

Posted on January 9, 2011 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

“To be a soul winner is the happiest thing in this world. And with every soul you bring to Jesus Christ, you seem to get a new heaven here upon earth.”—C.H. Spurgeon (Sermons, 11.431) Introduction to the Reading I have … Continue reading →

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Press Release on Faith for Living TV

Posted on January 9, 2011 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

McCain & Co. Public Relations FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SINGER/SONGWRITER AND THEOLOGIAN MICHAEL MILTON LAUNCHES NEW PROGRAM ON NRB NETWORK “Faith for Living” Begins Airing This Week Charlotte, N.C. (January 7, 2011) – Leading up to the February release of his … Continue reading →

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An Optimistic Ministry: A New Years Sermon

I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel, (Philippians 1:12 ESV) (see Philippians 1.3-14) Introduction to the Reading Helen Keller wrote that: “No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the … Continue reading →

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Advent Readings and Lightings: Pastoral Preparations for the Coming Season

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Michael A. Milton, Ph.D.

I wanted to provide an aid for congregations and pastors, particularly those in free church backgrounds, who want to move away from the commercialization of the season to focus on the Incarnation. That is a hard sell to be sure. … Continue reading →

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