The “War on Christmas” has been waged and, some believe, may already have been lost. I believe the war will continue indefinitely. And it’s not at all about “Season’s Greetings.” ◊ At the passing of an American president this week and all… Read More ›
Jesus
Discipleship. Really.
We’re supposed to make disciples. What is a disciple, really? Is it a convert, a follower, or one who is obedient to Christ? How do we really make disciples? ◊ I’ve been hearing about making disciples since I became a professing… Read More ›
Making Heaven on Earth?
There’s a lot of emphasis on human effort and initiative to bring harmony and peace on earth. Even “heaven on earth.” Is this possible? What would Jesus say? ◊ If you think about it, it’s actually easier for a non-Christian to… Read More ›
Being Biblically and Politically Correct
On the topic of our reaction as Christians to Government and Society around us: Should we care? Should we ignore? Should we engage and campaign? Should we vote? How should we vote? ◊ There’s a proverb in the Bible (Proverbs 29:27) that… Read More ›
Religiously Confused
Religion is a haven for confusion and misunderstanding. It’s Jesus that’s the real point of contention. What He says seems at odds with our common thinking and reality. ◊ I never went to church as a kid. I only heard about… Read More ›
Jesus and Stone Throwing
Corrupt religious and political systems have been with us a long time. If you throw stones at others, you wouldn’t want to encounter Jesus in the public square. ◊ Ever see an angry group of people rise up against another person?… Read More ›
“Help, I’m Struggling and I Can’t Go On.”
Sometimes we stumble and need to regain our footing. Sometimes we fall and need to be helped up. Sometimes we struggle while just trying to get through life. How does God help us with THAT? ◊ You might be familiar with… Read More ›
The Misunderstanding of Good News
They call the Gospel the Good News. The news that Jesus brought about the coming Kingdom of God was not necessarily easy to take in by the people of His day. It’s equally hard to swallow for many today. ◊ If… Read More ›
Jesus Means Business
Jesus doesn’t mess around. He’s very serious, even businesslike if not calculated in how he engages and challenges his inner circle of followers and the masses. ◊ I was speaking to a pastor friend this week about the whims of culture… Read More ›
The Real Woman at the Well
How like Jesus to handpick the lost, discarded, and brokenhearted. A fascinating new way to experience an old but true story. ◊ Most people are familiar with the Bible story of Jesus meeting the woman at the well. It’s early in… Read More ›
Getting It Right With God
“Now that I get it – that is, I believe that God exists and Jesus was who He said He was – how does it really impact my life? I’ve been even going to church. It doesn’t seem to really… Read More ›
Consider the Lilies of the Field
While we’re told in the Bible that “God loves us” and “don’t be anxious,” we’re still very anxious even though God may love us. How do we get through this? ◊ Sarah’s broken bathroom pipe was not what she needed…. Read More ›