Matt Chandler knows firsthand what it's like to be reminded that human life is fragile and short. After he suffered a seizure on Thanksgiving day 2009, the doctors told this 30-something husband, father, and pastor that his life could end all too soon. His sermon on Ecclesiastes Remembering Your Creator reflects the burning insight of someone who has stared death in the face—and believed the gospel with all his heart.

This week we also feature:

• Featured Illustration: A Parable about a Painter Reflects the Gifts of the Spirit
• Featured Article: The Gospel for the Gospel-Saturated, by Lee Eclov
• Video Illustration: Christian Atheist

Preaching Christ,

Brian Larson
Editor, PreachingToday.com
blarson@christianitytoday.com

P.S. Don't forget to check out our current sermon series by Andy Stanley—Taking Responsibility for Your Life.

Craig Brian Larson is the pastor of Lake Shore Church in Chicago and author and editor of numerous books, including The Art and Craft of Biblical Preaching (Zondervan). He blogs on Knowing God and His Ways at craigbrianlarson.com.