We've all read Jesus' parable about the Good Samaritan hundreds of times. Most seasoned preachers have preached on it multiple times. But in the hands of the master theologian-preacher D. A. Carson, this familiar story bursts with fresh and challenging insights. You'll love the way Carson carefully walks through the text as he relates it to the larger story of the gospel. Carson asks, "Are you going to go through life seeking self-justification or God's justification? Because you sure can't have both."

This week we also feature:

• Article: Jim Cymbala on "What the Holy Spirit Can Do in Your Preaching."
• Illustration: Childlike Outlook Promotes Creativity

Preaching Christ,

Matt Woodley
Managing Editor, PreachingToday.com
mwoodley@christianitytoday.com

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Matt Woodley is the pastor of compassion ministries at Church of the Resurrection in Wheaton, Illinois.