The gospel in me and through me!
A Savior has been born! Luke’s account of Christ’s birth in chapter two is one of the most, if not the most familiar narrative in the Bible. We love reading this Christmas story every year. But as we encounter the … Read More
There are times we struggle to believe or accept God’s plans for our lives. We look at our circumstances and abilities, or the lack thereof, and we wonder how and when God will use us. Perhaps you even feel forgotten … Read More
Christians these days talk a lot about praise and worship. But we often have little idea what these concepts are. Praise and worship aren’t perfect synonyms, so mentioning them together can be confusing. Praise is a way of worship, even … Read More
It never ceases to amaze me why God would choose to show favor to fallen humanity. To show favor assumes the idea that God knows us—He intentionally and purposefully sees you and knows everything about you, from your greatest flaw … Read More
What would you do if you knew details about your future? How would you live your life differently if you knew the impact of all the little decisions and events you face? In Luke 1 we meet Zechariah and Elizabeth. … Read More
What comes to mind when you think about church life? Perhaps the social and communal aspects of church appear at the top of your list—activities such as fellowships, potlucks, programs, etc. For some, it might be outreach, Bible studies, or … Read More
The stories in the book of Judges put human sinfulness on display like few others. One wouldn’t expect to find the broken, sinful people of Judges mentioned elsewhere in Scripture. One would be less likely to expect to find them … Read More
When something fails, you typically investigate why it happened. Before repairs are made or a replacement is ordered, you want to ensure you know how to avoid or prevent the same issue from happening again. This standard practice is carried … Read More
Humans have expectations. It is impossible for any of us to enter a situation without these expectations. In marriage, raising children, attending church, and working a career, expectations impact how we assess our lives. We impose these expectations on God’s … Read More
As we near the end of Judges, we are faced with some shocking examples of human depravity. The author makes it clear that Israel had replaced God’s theocratic rule with natural desire—“Every man did what was right in his own … Read More