Discipleship

The Moment of Exposure

On Judgment Day, I won’t hide. I won’t run. Not because I’m innocent, but because I’m forgiven. Jesus paid it all.

The Danger of Attempting It Alone

It’s not just unwise to be without a church; it’s dangerous. And the reason it’s dangerous is because we aren’t strong enough to go at life with Christ on our own.

Hearing the Still, Small Voice Above the Rest

If we want to hear him more clearly, we’ve got to make space.

Isolation: The Loss of Social Capital

Regardless of how people themselves may feel about their housing situation, the research has been deemed unequivocal: people aging alone experience worse physical and mental health outcomes and shorter life spans.

Heaven’s Welcoming Party

Take a look at the send-off of the very first Christian martyr, a precious witness for Christ named Stephen. And notice, if you will, the glimpses we are given into the reception he is about to receive in Heaven…

The Messy Beauty of the First Christmas Tree

Throughout the Scriptures we find attempt after attempt to stop the Messiah’s arrival.

Why I Must Share My Troubles With Other Christians

Sometimes it just seems easier to fight alone than it is to invite others into my struggles. I’ve also learned that some folks simply aren’t trustworthy.

12 of My Favorite Christmas Quotes

These quotes from pastors and theologians capture the weight and beauty of the Incarnation for me.

12 of My Favorite Christmas Quotes

These quotes from pastors and theologians capture the weight and beauty of the Incarnation for me.

Why Our Subjective Feelings Need God’s Objective Truth

We should seek the Lord’s will through the reading and study of His Word, prayer, and the wise counsel of others. I emphasize “wise” to discourage counsel only from those who automatically agree with us and are not committed to speaking God’s truth.

What Do You Call God When You Pray?

Thanks to the Lord Jesus, God is our Father. We may address Him as Father (what a privilege!) and trust Him to be a loving Father.