Jesus. There’s just something about that name.* On one hand he is one of the most well known figures in all of human history. On the other hand he is one of the most controversial figures in human history. Yet he is also one of the most misunderstood figures to ever walk the earth. For … Continue reading Confronting The Real Jesus
We live in an unprecedented time in history. If you live in the majority of Western culture, especially in America, you live in a biblically rich culture. Please do not read into that previous statement that most people are dedicated followers of Jesus, data shows that is not the case. What I am saying, however, … Continue reading NIV Grace and Truth Study Bible
I must be honest, most Christian leadership books turn me off. They strike me as little more than worldly wisdom baptized in spiritual jargon. Manuals on how to do the Lord’s work in the world’s way. They turn the work of the Holy Spirit into a formula, as if we could reverse-engineer “successful” churches. In … Continue reading A Tale of Three Kings
The Christian life is a wonderful life and has many benefits. The most important of these benefits is being reconciled to God the Father through the finished work of Jesus Christ. Yet the Christian life can be difficult and arduous. For this reason it is crucial that we fellowship with other believers for worship, discipleship, … Continue reading Church Questions Series from 9Marks (Updated)
The Christian life is hard. It is a difficult, winding narrow path, and few are able to find it. Jesus himself reminded us of that fact (see Matthew 7:13-14). Yet the Christian life is worth it, because Jesus is worth it. This long and difficult path leads to eternal life. For those who travel this … Continue reading Letters From A Senior Saint To A Junior Saint
Did you know that Jesus had female disciples? That would come as a surprise to most people, and many (if not most) Christians. This is likely because we tend to confuse the disciples with the Apostles. All twelve Apostles were men, but those twelve were not his only disciples. In Jesus Through the Eyes of … Continue reading Women Were Key Witnesses to Jesus’ Ministry
The question of the origin of man is common among many who are seeking to know God and is foundational to those who accept the Bible as God’s word. For Christians, developing a personal understanding of our creation is essential for sharing biblical truths with others who are seeking to know God. Therefore, answering the … Continue reading A Biblical Case Against Theistic Evolution
History is a subject that I have always found interesting. In history we find accounts of the heroism and bravery of people not unlike ourselves, who accomplished great things. We can look back on the events of history and be inspired. We can also look back in history and see cautionary tales, ways we can … Continue reading How We Think About History Matters
God can do anything! There’s nothing God cannot do! Well, technically, that’s not true. So writes Nick Tucker in his newly released book 12 Things God Cannot Do: and How They Can Help You Sleep At Night (The Good Book Company, 2022). So, what are some things God can’t do? And why is this good … Continue reading There’s Nothing My God Cannot Do…or is there?
Pastoring is hard. Brother pastor, let me be honest, leading God’s people is not always glamorous work, just ask Moses. The celebrity pastor who has prestige, a handsome salary, conference speaking gigs, and a lucrative book deal is a relatively new phenomenon. For much of church history, pastoring was a semi-anonymous career. Even today, the … Continue reading Shepherding Like The Good Shepherd
Prayer is essential to the Christian life. Along with reading the Bible, prayer is the lifeline through which the believer communes with God. Disconnect prayer from the Christian’s life, and you won’t be a healthy Christian for long. Yet for many believers, prayer is one of the most challenging aspects of the Christian life. There … Continue reading Learning From Jesus’ Model Prayer
“Listen to your heart.” So goes the motto for modern culture and the tagline for every Disney movie from the last five decades. Christians have long taught the dangers of adopting this way of thinking in our own lives. “Don’t listen to your heart. Listen to God’s Word!” However, there is one sense in which … Continue reading Why God Makes Sense In A World That Doesn’t
