Before He Speaks

Ok, so I might have talked about the wife a little too much in Sunday's message. The topic was "love with your words" and every illustration that I could come up with included her. I sometimes get into an illustration rut in a sermon. Like a couple of weeks ago where every illustration was about death (a real feel-good message). So I was in a rut with marriage stories this Sunday, but this whole series is about relationships and it's kind of hard to avoid that one.

Anyway, a couple of people cautioned me on saying too much for fear that she might not appreciate it. She might not, but I always try to make sure that the stories I use are the ones that make me look bad and her look good. Plus, I like talking about real life and sharing personal stories vs. stock sermon illustrations. So whatever happens during the week is bound to be in there somewhere on Sunday. My wife isn't the only victim. My parents, my kids, my co-ministers, former church members and current church members have all played starring roles.

Still, no one wants to be included in the sermon every week so no stories about my wife this Sunday (hopefully). And in honor of last week, a little video I found on YouTube. Some of you pastor's wives might appreciate this one...