Author: Cliff Duren

True worship is the only kind of worship that transforms lives. Every Sunday, my prayer is that all who attend First Baptist Dallas, myself included, will be different when they…

…no one can say “Jesus is Lord” except in the Holy Spirit. Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of service, but the…

Matt is my only sibling. We’re only two years apart – almost to the day. He’s a fantastic older brother and role model. Like me, Matt is also a worship…

I probably know more songs based on Psalm 34 than any other chapter in the Bible. Here are the first eight verses: I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise…

Do you ever discover a song that you wouldn’t mind singing every Sunday? I’ve had a few of those along the way. Currently, Christ Our Hope in Life and Death…

I love the window of days between December 25th and January 1st. It’s the ultimate opportunity to look back and look forward… to remember and to dream. Our oldest son…

I grew up in a very small church. Our pastor was part-time, and every other position was filled by volunteers. When I was 16 years old, the chairman of our…

Planning worship during the Advent season can be tricky. Yes, we all love the music of the Christmas season – at least, I’m assuming you do if you’re reading this…