Ethics, authority, and the proclamation of Jesus
As the guest preacher for the day, I came through the door of the sanctuary in plenty of time before the service. Some musicians were practicing. A few ushers were taking care of Sunday morning details. One of the pastors greeted me and offered a few introductions. After a brief run through of the morning services, I was asked about the pulpit. "We don't use the pulpit very often. We usually preach from here in the chancel or down there in the aisle." I asked why and no one had much of an answer. I expected a word about communication or authority or outdated symbols.
