The gospel in me and through me!
What is the best use of our time? It’s a question we often ask as we seek to be effective and efficient at getting things done. While many of us may be concerned about our to-do lists and calendars, Paul … Read More
Many of us have heard of the importance of holiness from passages like 1 Peter 1:15-16 where Peter says, “Like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves in all your behavior; because it is written, ‘You shall be … Read More
As much as we want to avoid legalism in our faith, it is hard to ignore the numerous commands of Scripture. The Scriptures clearly imply that certain lifestyles are contrary to the Christian life; thus, these lifestyles must be avoided. … Read More
The year 2021 is quickly coming to a close with New Years right around the corner. A couple of weeks ago I commented on how the darkness of winter is analogous to the darkness of sin. And therefore, what better … Read More
Everything that God does can be boiled down to two purposes, and these two purposes are evident in the angels’ song in Luke 2. First, He works for His glory. The angels sang, “Glory to God in the highest.” We … Read More
Winter is upon us. The snow and cold are to be expected this time of year. But there is one thing that gets me every time. Growing up in the Midwest, I actually look forward to the wintery elements in … Read More
God is one who flips scripts. By nature, humans are self-sufficient and we aggrandize those who seem to have it all together and are able to make a name for themselves. But God loves the ironic twist in the story. … Read More
This is the time of year when life becomes increasingly busy. Having just celebrated Thanksgiving, Christmas is now only a few weeks away. Attempting to avoid all the stress, commercialism and consumerism is no easy task. I always find it … Read More
Thanksgiving is one of the great national holidays in the United States. One may argue about the effectiveness of a mandated giving of thanks, but the reality still stands that many will pause next Thursday to give thanks for what … Read More
A couple years back a well known artist released a country song entitled, “Love Wins.” The premise suggests that the remedy for our broken fallen world is simply “love.” If we all just love one another our troubles will be … Read More