There are strong commands in scripture regarding the world and the use of the world’s goods. Jesus warns us that many Christians will fall away because of “the cares of the world and the deceitfulness of riches and the desires … Continue reading
Everyone who wants to support homosexual practices points to the story of Jonathan and David and declare that they had a homoerotic relationship. I understand where that comes from, especially where it says “Jonathan loved him as his own soul” … Continue reading
The US Constitution divides our government into three parts: the judicial branch, the legislative, and the executive. We see this today in the Supreme Court, Congress, and the Presidential office, which have different roles that keep the others in check. … Continue reading
I’ve been hearing this question more, especially since Glenn Beck became popular (who is Mormon). I’m a little confused by this question, here’s why: The first time I really learned about Mormonism was when I was jumping on my friend’s … Continue reading
Recently I had a great conversation with a new friend from Eastern Europe. Really great guy and I loved talking to him and hearing his stories. We were discussing a lot of the history and politics of the region, especially … Continue reading
Through this last week I’ve been reflecting on the power of drugs in people’s lives, including my own. It started with 4/20 last week and peaked this week swapping stories with a friend of people close to us who have … Continue reading
This week we listened to a Q & A session with Jason Meyer, the pending replacement for Pastor John Piper at Bethlehem Baptist Church. He told the story of his call to ministry, which was one of the best lain … Continue reading
This week I found out that a young man I used to mentor had died. I write this in painful reflection of that incident. Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations. Before the mountains were brought forth, … Continue reading
Ten years ago I celebrated my first 4/20. I ate special brownies and… then I don’t remember a whole lot. If you do not know, April 20th is celebrated as a holiday where people do drugs, especially smoke pot. Even … Continue reading
Some of the hardest people to reach are those who are closest to us. Those people are often harder to bring up topics of faith, because they know our past and they know our present and they know we’re still … Continue reading