Every year, the scene is the same: A student sits across from me in my office, shakes his or her head, and lets out a telling sigh of despair. "I'm just not sure what to believe any more." Anger stirs in my heart as I think about the people who have misled the young man … Continue reading “To Whom Shall We Go?”: The Grass of Deconstruction Isn’t Greener
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Dear Christians: Wake Up to the Awakening
We may be at the beginning stages of a new Great Awakening. Do you see it? The phrase "Great Awakening" carries some historical baggage. History nerds like myself will remember learning about the large crowds that gathered to hear itinerant preachers during the 18th century. Men like George Whitefield were considered international celebrities and preached … Continue reading Dear Christians: Wake Up to the Awakening
Short Story Preview: “The Creatures of Aletheia”
John Freeman splashed water on his face and looked in the mirror. His handsome features and confident eyes glared back. On this day, it served as more than a simple routine. It was a reality-check. He wasn’t in a dream. No, this was real. John threw on a button-down shirt and tucked it into his … Continue reading Short Story Preview: “The Creatures of Aletheia”
When the Mundane Becomes Monumental
A few years ago I attended a youth retreat that had a profound speaker. Even as a leader, I was taken in by his compelling stories, rhetorical flare, and engaging facial expressions. However, one night about midway through the week, the speaker showed up to the chapel session wearing a pair of sunglasses. Although confused, … Continue reading When the Mundane Becomes Monumental
The Most Important Easter Detail That You’ve Always Missed
The Easter story is a familiar one to both Christians and non-Christians alike. In fact, it is the world's most famous story. Almost everyone has encountered the good news of Jesus' resurrection from the dead. Each of the gospel accounts (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) provide various perspectives of this historical phenomenon. They all assert … Continue reading The Most Important Easter Detail That You’ve Always Missed
