Let me preface this article with a statement: If you're looking for a political argument then you are reading the wrong blog. I am neither qualified nor willing to take part in the mud slinging that we call 'modern politics.' I simply am using the impeachment trial as an illustration because... well, I simply love … Continue reading The Impeachment trial, Jay Sekulow, and The Resurrected Christ.
From Persecutor to Proclaimer.
And immediately he proclaimed Jesus in the synagogues, saying, "He is the Son of God." -Acts 9:20, ESV.Just consider, for a moment, who the pronoun "he" is referring to in the verse mentioned above... Meet the man who held the coats of the men who publicly executed one of the church's first deacons. Meet the … Continue reading From Persecutor to Proclaimer.
The invitation to abundant life.
During one of my quiet times with The Lord last week I found myself whispering during prayer, "Lord, life with you is just so much better." This wasn't some strange, unknown affection for me. It wasn't the first time I've whispered this to Jesus during the stillness of the early morning and it certainly will … Continue reading The invitation to abundant life.
Why do people who can dunk choose not to?
I've been watching a lot of high school basketball recently. I have seen some ridiculous shots this year. I watched, with my own eyes, one player lob the ball at the halftime buzzer from the opposing foul line and actually make it. To make it even more ridiculous, if possible, the ball also passed through … Continue reading Why do people who can dunk choose not to?
The student ministry stigma and why I hate it.
It seems to me that there is a stigma attached to student ministry. That is, that if you wish to be successful you must avoid stirring the deep waters and just hang out in the shallows. You should play ridiculous games, dress like a hipster, and whatever else you decide to do...just don't get too … Continue reading The student ministry stigma and why I hate it.
Yes, Jesus is worth your 20’s.
2020 is here. The end of one decade and the dawning of the next. Hindsight 20/20 right? I imagine that this New Year's Eve people will feel more inclined to look retrospectively at the previous ten years of their life than perhaps is normal. Yet, for a certain age group no retrospection is taking place … Continue reading Yes, Jesus is worth your 20’s.
Christmas should make you happy!
Christmas can make you feel many things, but Jesus wants you to feel one thing this Christmas and that’s joy.
