RIP: The Neutralizing of Preaching Personalities

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

Originally Posted by CC1

Steadfast,

I just have a few minutes and have only had time to read your initial post on this thread.

I think there is always room for "personalities" and that we all enjoy hearing men who make the gospel message interesting and present it in ways that stick with us.

I just don't think being "distinctive" is an excuse for boorish behaviour as some do. I am amused when I continually read where preachers speaking about an elder (usually ultra cons) will mention how Bro. So and So was so wonderful and kind but usually thought of as being gruff or mean.

As I have mentioned before I do think that the traits that make some preachers very successful also have a negative side that often manifests itself also.

The same stubborness or perserverance that makes a man continue on through disappointments and setbacks can also manifest itself in ways that do not reflect well on him.

I think we all, not just preachers, have to recognize those traits in us that are our achiles heel and watch out for them.

Many in person are not nearly as gruff as they are portrayed and infact are al l together different!

What we need is a old fashioned revival of prayer like Wales saw in the 1890's.

Originally Posted by Steadfast

Great posts by everyone.

I'd like to see you name....

(A) Some of the older established preachers with distinct personalities that we would be hard pressed to replace.

(B) Some of this generation of preachers that have a strong distinct personality to their preaching.

I think we might be surprised at how many of the older generation we can think of in relationship to how few of the present generation we can think of.

I may be wrong. I kind of hope I am....

I have thought about this post for HOURS...I am hard-pressed to think of ANY preacher in this generation that I would name here- other than those over 40...?????

I have never really thought a whole lot about this- I was raised in a preacher's home, and he loved Bro. Ballestaro, Elder Golder, Verbal Bean, Bro. Glass, Bro. Cavaness, Bro Paul Jordan,etc.
I heard those men by the HOUR preaching in our house- via tape ministries...*smile*

I think this generation is being short-changed. Whose fault IS that???

[Barb]

Originally Posted by Annie

I have thought about this post for HOURS...I am hard-pressed to think of ANY preacher in this generation that I would name here- other than those over 40...?????

I have never really thought a whole lot about this- I was raised in a preacher's home, and he loved Bro. Ballestaro, Elder Golder, Verbal Bean, Bro. Glass, Bro. Cavaness, Bro Paul Jordan,etc.
I heard those men by the HOUR preaching in our house- via tape ministries...*smile*

I think this generation is being short-changed. Whose fault IS that???

When great and humble men of God are mentioned, Bishop William Parent from Pontiac, MI, certainly comes to mind.

Originally Posted by Barb

When great and humble men of God are mentioned, Bishop William Parent from Pontiac, MI, certainly comes to mind.

Oh, my gosh!! I forgot about him!! We met him one time, and he was sooo kind to my husband, and whenever we have seen him anywhere since then- he makes a point to speak to us 'lowly' saints...LOVE him. Thanks, for jarring my memory, Sis.

I am certain I have left out many more- my mom could help there...she was raised around Bro. Pasley's (sp) in Ohio, and Bro Perry in Louisville- they were great men also...

[Coonskinner]

Originally Posted by Steadfast

Great posts by everyone.

I'd like to see you name....

(A) Some of the older established preachers with distinct personalities that we would be hard pressed to replace.

(B) Some of this generation of preachers that have a strong distinct personality to their preaching.

I think we might be surprised at how many of the older generation we can think of in relationship to how few of the present generation we can think of.

I may be wrong. I kind of hope I am....

Elders I miss, or will soon be missing as they pass off the scene...

C.A. Nelson--One of the greats. He had a sense of humor that was unmatched, but could preach the paint off the walls. Once while preaching at ABI, frustrated with how dead they were, he preached a sermon entitled, "What In Hell Do You Want?" in which he told them that as far as he could see, they were all twice dead and plucked up by the roots, and were likely all going to hell. So thence the question.

I was with him just a couple of moments before he died, and preached at his church that night, and the morning service also. A mentor I sorely miss.

J.T. Pugh--The Prince of Preachers. His poise and stature in the pulpit and out have perhaps never been equalled. Who could forget classic sermons like "Your First Night In Hell," "I Saw the Dead," "Stars You've Never Seen Before," "Something Better Than Heaven, and Something Worse Than Hell," and countless others? A stately and dignified man, yet one of the most intense human beings I have ever met.

L.E. Westburg--An unforgettable personality and a superb preacher. Elder Westburg could preach the Apostles' Doctrine evangelistically as well as any man ever did. Controversial? Yes. Tough as nails? Absolutely. But he loved God, he loved souls, and he would have shed every drop of blood in his veins for this Great Truth.

R.E. Johnson--A faith preacher par excellence, who saw many, many miracles in his meetings. When the service would be over, and the rejoicing finally quiet, the Elder would hobble off the platform, leaning on his cane, with his body wracked with pain. But he never complained and he never stopped preaching that His Jesus was a Healer.

I'm sure I will think of more later.



Men in our generation with distinct preaching personalities?

Mark Morgan--All I can say is you just have to hear him. One of the great doctrinal preachers of our generation. Some of the most powerful spiritual experiences I have ever had have been around this man and his ministry. Like most "Originals," he is often misunderstood, but he is a great man nonetheless.

Greg Godwin--A pure evangelist. He can split the hide and rub salt in it, and yet that cherubic smile and boundless good humor seems to keep anybody from getting mad at him for long.

He is also a strong doctrinal preacher.

I can hear him now saying, "When it's tight, it's right!"

Douglas White--Absolutely one of the finest preachers in our movement, regardless of age. Many superlatives apply.

More to come--mam says supper is ready.

Originally Posted by Coonskinner

Elders I miss, or will soon be missing as they pass off the scene...

C.A. Nelson--One of the greats. He had a sense of humor that was unmatched, but could preach the paint off the walls. Once while preaching at ABI, frustrated with how dead they were, he preached a sermon entitled, "What In Hell Do You Want?" in which he told them that as far as he could see, they were all twice dead and plucked up by the roots, and were likely all going to hell. So thence the question.

I was with him just a couple of moments before he died, and preached at his church that night, and the morning service also. A mentor I sorely miss.

J.T. Pugh--The Prince of Preachers. His poise and stature in the pulpit and out have perhaps never been equalled. Who could forget classic sermons like "Your First Night In Hell," "I Saw the Dead," "Stars You've Never Seen Before," "Something Better Than Heaven, and Something Worse Than Hell," and countless others? A stately and dignified man, yet one of the most intense human beings I have ever met.

L.E. Westburg--An unforgettable personality and a superb preacher. Elder Westburg could preach the Apostles' Doctrine evangelistically as well as any man ever did. Controversial? Yes. Tough as nails? Absolutely. But he loved God, he loved souls, and he would have shed every drop of blood in his veins for this Great Truth.

R.E. Johnson--A faith preacher par excellence, who saw many, many miracles in his meetings. When the service would be over, and the rejoicing finally quiet, the Elder would hobble off the platform, leaning on his cane, with his body wracked with pain. But he never complained and he never stopped preaching that His Jesus was a Healer.

I'm sure I will think of more later.



Men in our generation with distinct preaching personalities?

Mark Morgan--All I can say is you just have to hear him. One of the great doctrinal preachers of our generation. Some of the most powerful spiritual experiences I have ever had have been around this man and his ministry. Like most "Originals," he is often misunderstood, but he is a great man nonetheless.

Greg Godwin--A pure evangelist. He can split the hide and rub salt in it, and yet that cherubic smile and boundless good humor seems to keep anybody from getting mad at him for long.

He is also a strong doctrinal preacher.

I can hear him now saying, "When it's tight, it's right!"

Douglas White--Absolutely one of the finest preachers in our movement, regardless of age. Many superlatives apply.

More to come--mam says supper is ready.

LOVE him, brother...I heard him preach a sermon MANY years ago in Carmel, he entitled it, "Handicapped Heroes"...my, how it ministered to us, and still does- we have the tape!!! LOL

Awesome preacher...one you never forget.

[Barb]

Originally Posted by Coonskinner

Elders I miss, or will soon be missing as they pass off the scene...

C.A. Nelson--One of the greats. He had a sense of humor that was unmatched, but could preach the paint off the walls. Once while preaching at ABI, frustrated with how dead they were, he preached a sermon entitled, "What In Hell Do You Want?" in which he told them that as far as he could see, they were all twice dead and plucked up by the roots, and were likely all going to hell. So thence the question.

I was with him just a couple of moments before he died, and preached at his church that night, and the morning service also. A mentor I sorely miss.

J.T. Pugh--The Prince of Preachers. His poise and stature in the pulpit and out have perhaps never been equalled. Who could forget classic sermons like "Your First Night In Hell," "I Saw the Dead," "Stars You've Never Seen Before," "Something Better Than Heaven, and Something Worse Than Hell," and countless others? A stately and dignified man, yet one of the most intense human beings I have ever met.

L.E. Westburg--An unforgettable personality and a superb preacher. Elder Westburg could preach the Apostles' Doctrine evangelistically as well as any man ever did. Controversial? Yes. Tough as nails? Absolutely. But he loved God, he loved souls, and he would have shed every drop of blood in his veins for this Great Truth.

R.E. Johnson--A faith preacher par excellence, who saw many, many miracles in his meetings. When the service would be over, and the rejoicing finally quiet, the Elder would hobble off the platform, leaning on his cane, with his body wracked with pain. But he never complained and he never stopped preaching that His Jesus was a Healer.

I'm sure I will think of more later.



Men in our generation with distinct preaching personalities?

Mark Morgan--All I can say is you just have to hear him. One of the great doctrinal preachers of our generation. Some of the most powerful spiritual experiences I have ever had have been around this man and his ministry. Like most "Originals," he is often misunderstood, but he is a great man nonetheless.

Greg Godwin--A pure evangelist. He can split the hide and rub salt in it, and yet that cherubic smile and boundless good humor seems to keep anybody from getting mad at him for long.

He is also a strong doctrinal preacher.

I can hear him now saying, "When it's tight, it's right!"

Douglas White--Absolutely one of the finest preachers in our movement, regardless of age. Many superlatives apply.

More to come--mam says supper is ready.

Over 30 years ago I heard Elder Johnson preach 'The Backside of the Desert'...after lo these many years, I remember the impact of that message on me.

[RevDWW]

Originally Posted by Barb

Over 30 years ago I heard Elder Johnson preach 'The Backside of the Desert'...after lo these many years, I remember the impact of that message on me.

I heard him preach that as well. He was one of my favorites while growing up.

[Coonskinner]

I'm not sure where he fits between the generations, but Nate Wilson has to be mentioned.

His personality and ministry are both huge.

Brilliant, witty, and authoratative, he is one of a kind.

[rgcraig]

George Glass, Sr. - passionate about whatever he was preaching, wisdom exuded from the man, kindness, pastor's heart (even after he stopped pastoring) I loved the way he would say: Beee U tee full