Blog Archives
How We Can Forgive Past Hurts
Because we’ve been forgiven, we can forgive.
Buckle Up!
Living a life of integrity and honesty is only possible with the Belt of Truth wrapped around us.
You had me at “Ahoy!”
Anticipate “in your face” battles, not merely “let’s pretend” childish scrimmages. Be ready. From pretend pirates to skilled swordsmen, let’s suit up and execute His battle plans while holding fast to the victorious finish He has already secured.
Who is Your Hero?
What are we teaching our children? Where are we pointing them?
Teach Me so I can Teach Another
Don’t just do it for me. Teach me so I can do it, too. And then, let me be able to teach someone else. Isn’t that what discipleship is?
The Difficulty of Thirsting for God
We must resist our tendency to quench our spiritual thirst with the wrong things.
Just a Taste of the Gospel Harvest
Satan attacks our attempts to spread gospel seeds, but with consistent care and intentionality, the harvest will give birth to new believers.
Wake, O Sleeper!
As a fierce storm rages around us, will we not wake from our sleep and join the battle over the life-changing truth of the gospel?
Deconstructing Deconstructionism
If you really want to explore the questions you have about your faith, dive right in to God’s Word instead of manmade arguments.
What Today’s Superheroes Don’t Have
There’s a completely new set of heroes that don’t hold a candle to those that are truly humble and selfless.
“Used” in the Best Sense of the Word
Jesus truly saw people, related to them, and cared about their eternity, so are you willing to be used in the same way?
Be In Pursuit of the Important thing
Imagine the amazing things that would happen in your life if you closed the gap between yourself and God.
Identifying, Investing, Inviting, then Increasing
If you’re not passionate about having gospel conversations with people, you are not obeying God’s will.
What Happens to Your Engine Without Regular Oil Changes
Regular maintenance means regular appointments with God, and there are no short cuts.
He Leaves the Light on
Anything of value we are remotely connected to will be because of Christ being magnified in us.
The Greatest Story Ever Told
Today, our Hero’s story is the greatest ever told. Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, came to this earth to redeem His people from sin.
Do We Really Care About People Going to Hell?
Jesus is the only one who can change the lives of the lost who, by the way, you likely won’t find within the walls of your church.
What Can We Learn From the 10 Commandments-#1
Is there anyone in your life who demands your time and your loyalty instead of pointing you to God?
Which One of You Moved?
We make thousands of choices every day, but there’s really only one that is life-sustaining.
Rallying the Troops
Prepare yourself to move. Be ready for the battle ahead.
Time to Clean Out Your Spiritual Filter
In the same way that a clean air filter is important for your car, so is your personal, spiritual filter.
Belief is Not About Feelings
It’s not about what you see, think, or believe, it’s about the deity of God and his Son’s life-changing work on the cross.
The 6 Questions of Understanding the Bible
Reading has become outdated and archaic for a younger generation, but it should never be irrelevant for a Christian studying God’s Word..
Four Imperatives To A Godly Life Story
A godly life requires four must-dos that there is absolutely no substitute for.
Let Us be Found in the Word
What if our bibles were taken away today… what would you be able to teach your children or others? Let’s not take the word of the Lord for granted. We have access to the very throne of God!
Diet Jesus
Personal preferences, manmade guidelines, and secular rationalizations are a cheap substitute for real satisfaction: The giver of life, Jesus Christ.
What do Heresy and False Doctrine Really Mean?
It wasn’t long after Jesus’ ascension that false teaching began in the newly established church.
The Mission of God
Are you a cultural Christian or a biblical Christian? The true answer depends on if your life and your lips speak the good news of the gospel.
Seek the Lord and Pray
But just as Daniel sought the Lord continuously after being taken away to Babylon, we too must seek the Lord and pray for our country.
Spiritual Stiffness is Painful
In your walk with the Lord, will you push through the sacrifice and pain that it sometimes takes to have abundant life?
Where Are You Leading Them?
Where are you leading those that follow you? Whether it’s your children, your co-workers, spouse, friends, significant other, family… whether you know it or not, you have someone following you. You are an influence to how they act, speak, and what path they choose. Are you leading them on the right path?
What Does Kingdom Work Really Mean?
Every area of your life is essentially missionary work and gives you the chance to glorify the God of the universe.
Heart Hanger Moments
Worship takes place when the holy penetrates the ordinary and we are left in awe of the God of the universe.
Clarity vs. Chaos
No need to be confused in this world full of chaos: Simply ask yourself two questions.
Five Things Small Group Attendees Need to Know
Small groups are part of discipleship and valuable to churches, so consider the following if you’re part of one.
Who Is Your Coach?
It will change your life and the lives of others if you’ll just obey the Great Commission: intentional discipleship.
Let’s Just Give Up
Tired of trying to control everything, find your own answers, make your own way? How about just getting out of God’s way?
Am I His Hands and Feet?
If not us, then who will be Jesus to “the least of these?”
Spiritual Warfare Begins Early
Contrary to popular belief, the sin nature begins at birth, but we can be to be equipped to to beat it with with God’s armor.
Avoid Bruises and Turn on the Light
Intentionally avoid the darkness that causes pain and agony by turning on the Light that never dims.
Come, Drink, and Find Grace
Once you have met the Savior of the world, and surrendered your life to Him, you’ll want everyone to know . . . so don’t keep it in!
We Need All Five Bars
If you’re feeling out of fellowship with God, you’re the one who created the distance, not Him.
My Advice on How to Read the Bible
Because the Bible is living, breathing, and active, reading it should be exciting, emotional, and life-changing.
4 Types of People in Proverbs: The Foolish
Knowing what is right and wise is all about the choices we make and the people we consider to be our friends.
Dwell in the Realm of Now
Everybody says it’s not healthy to live in the past, but what does that really mean, especially when you’re haunted by it.
Are You Sold Out To God’s Mission?
Many Bible heroes did not understand at first that their own personal comfort meant disobedience to God.