Mark 10:45 - For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many. Christmas is a joyful and wonderful time of year. We celebrate the coming of our Lord, and for many it is a time when they get to gather … Continue reading The Remedy to a Blue Christmas
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The Geometry of Christ’s Love
so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. – Ephesians 3:17-19 In the Church we often … Continue reading The Geometry of Christ’s Love
The Greatest Refuge
Yesterday, I found myself fairly drained. The previous with had been filled with numerous issues, a new semester of School was beginning, and our church is launching a number of ministries since the summer is ending. I walked through the door and my 4 and 2 year old son were fighting over a toys as … Continue reading The Greatest Refuge
The Gospel in Two-Words…
And you were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience— among whom we all once lived in the passions of our flesh, carrying out the desires … Continue reading The Gospel in Two-Words…
Totally Surrendered: The Life of Hudson Taylor
In 1832 James Hudson Taylor was born in England to a devout Methodist home. As a young teen, Taylor had grown somewhat cold to his parent’s religion, but after fervent prayer from his mother and the miraculous work of God’s providence Hudson Taylor would come to know the Lord. His conversion happened as a teenager. … Continue reading Totally Surrendered: The Life of Hudson Taylor
Being Missionaries in Both Word and Deed
Paul wrote to the church at Colossae, “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him” (Col. 3:17).[1] James, the half-brother of the Lord wrote, “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves” (Jam. 1:22). … Continue reading Being Missionaries in Both Word and Deed
Who is this Jesus: God, Man, or Both?
And the men marveled, saying, “What sort of man is this, that even winds and sea obey him?” -Matthew 8:27 There is so much debate today regarding who Jesus was. Was he a teacher, prophet, good man, or God? Many religions have made attempt after attempt to try and disprove that Christ was the God-Man … Continue reading Who is this Jesus: God, Man, or Both?
Let’s Dive Deeper: A Brief Theology on the Two Wills of God pt. 3
“The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our sons forever, that we may observe all the words of this law.” – Deuteronomy 29:29 In the previous two blogs, we have looked at the two wills of God, namely his secret will and his revealed will. This is … Continue reading Let’s Dive Deeper: A Brief Theology on the Two Wills of God pt. 3
When Faith is Hard to Find
I called my grandmother on Mother’s Day and enjoyed a wonderful conversation with her. She has such a bright spirit and an incredible zeal for God. I love listening to her many stories about us growing up, but my favorite stories are those of my mother. You see, my mother passed away from brain cancer … Continue reading When Faith is Hard to Find
Worrying is Practical Atheism
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus – Philippians 4:6-7 I must admit as much as this post may seem to be … Continue reading Worrying is Practical Atheism
