I don't often listen to motivational speeches or read self-help books. I think they're tiresome and a little cheesy. Then again, I'm not much of a "rah-rah" kind of guy. But there's one oft-repeated piece of advice that I find fascinating: "Make your bed in the morning." It's interesting that such a mundane task is … Continue reading Battle Temptation by Making Your Bed
“To Whom Shall We Go?”: The Grass of Deconstruction Isn’t Greener
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
Lesson Series: Becoming New
Lesson 1: Regeneration https://youtu.be/CdQzF28x0QI?si=XE_V-w8l2NQ0dUsY Lesson 2: Sanctification https://youtu.be/EpsBDT6DArw?si=WGN-emSfNo9i4Wl_ Lesson 4: Glorification https://youtu.be/ZtuhnHlzEYY?si=BAptq5n8am08LhEC
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
