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A person’s last words are important. They can give a glimpse into their heart as to what they think is most important. I remember, a few years ago, when grandpa passed away the last thing he said to me was “I love you, too.” Those words will always stay with me as long as I … Continue reading Being Disciples of Jesus in the Everyday Stuff of Life
What Stands in a Storm (Atria Books, 2015) by Kim Cross, chronicles the events and aftermath of the April 27, 2011 tornado outbreak, specifically in Alabama where the damage was the worst seen in decades. Written like a thrilling novel, Kim Cross tells the story of what happened that terrible day from the perspective of … Continue reading What Stands In A Storm?
The book of Romans, specifically chapters 8-16, have been hailed by pastors, scholars, and theologians alike as the Apostle Paul’s magnum opus. Writing to non-Jewish Christians in Rome, Paul packs the letter with deeper theological truths. He hits at the heart of the gospel proclaiming that salvation comes by no one or no thing other … Continue reading Book Review: Romans 8-16 For You
If you haven’t noticed, we live in a culture that is deeply divided over major issues such as: race, sexuality, immigration, religious liberty, abortion, and poverty just to name a few. Even the two major political parties draw battle lines based on how they view each of these issues. In the midst of politics and … Continue reading Book Review: Counter Culture
We live in a culture that is addicted to success. In the era of reality TV and American Idol, everyone is looking for their five minutes of fame. Most people have the desire for other people to know their name. Being honest, the same is true for many Christians as well. We have the desire … Continue reading Book Review: Ordinary, How to Turn the World Upside Down
Unless you have had your head in the sand for past few decades, you know that our culture is engaged in a great debate about sexual identity and ethics. This has caused tremendous issues for the church as it seeks to stand on biblical truth but at the same time engaging the culture for the … Continue reading Book Review: Compassion Without Compromise
As long as the church has been existence, it has sought ways to relate with the surrounding culture for sake of the gospel. This has never been more the case than at our present time. Many Christians have awoken from a slumber and have found the culture around them has vastly changed from whence they … Continue reading Book Review: Churchless
Grace is a reality that followers of Christ live in every moment. Yet, grace is also reality that many Christians struggle to comprehend fully. Grace does not merely save us from hell, grace is what gives us a new identity in Christ as adopted sons and daughters of God. This is the theme of the … Continue reading Saving Grace: Daily Devotions from Jack Miller
Ministry is not for the faint of heart, nor the uncalled. It is not a career path to choose, a job that simply pays the bills, nor simply something to try when no other career seems to work. Christian ministry is a path that can only be taken when God calls. This is what … Continue reading Book Review – Am I Called? The Summons to Pastoral Ministry
If you have not noticed, we live in a culture that is hostile to the Bible and Christianity in general. One of the dominating criticisms of the Bible from non-Christians is it’s lack of verisimilitude, or the ability for it to contain absolute truth. This raises the question, “Can I trust the Bible?” Author Barry … Continue reading Book Review – Can I Really Trust the Bible?
Many times when reading the Bible it can seem disconnected and confusing. We wonder how the thirty-nine book of the Old Testament and the twenty-seven books of the New Testament fit together. For a new believer, this feeling can be magnified. However, the Bible is remarkably interconnected from Genesis to Revelation. Each book unfolds … Continue reading What is Biblical Theology?
The Bible instructs us as believers to live by faith and not by sight. This would be an easier task if we did not live in a fallen world. For this reason, many Christians wrestle with doubt and issues of assurance. Having doubt raises the question, “Is it wrong for Christians to doubt and how … Continue reading Book Review – How Can I Be Sure?
