Expositors Collective Long-Term Faithfulness, Controversies, and the Man on the Middle Cross – Alistair Begg
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Aug 19, 2025 
Alistair Begg, a renowned expository preacher and recently retired senior pastor of Parkside Church, joins Brian Brodersen for an engaging conversation. They tackle the importance of long-term faithfulness in ministry, the challenges of burnout, and the necessity of extending the gospel’s free offer. Alistair candidly addresses recent controversies, shares uplifting stories from Scotland, and discusses the viral impact of his 'Man on the Middle Cross' sermon. This dialogue provides valuable insights for anyone navigating their faith journey.
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Theological Optimism About The Church
- Alistair Begg holds a theologically optimistic stance: Jesus will build his church and God's purposes endure despite darkness.
- He urges believers to trust God's sovereignty even when cultural influence wanes.
Lead From The Front, Not Only Exhort
- Constant exhortation without grounding people in Gospel indicatives wears out congregations.
- Begg learned you can drive people from behind but only lead them from the front.
Don't Assume Written Belief Equals Lived Faith
- Assuming church members believe what's on paper often fails because belief and practice aren't linked.
- Begg realized he had to 'attach the rope to the bell'—connect teaching to real conviction.