Finding Our Way to Joy and Purpose in Life
Life can seem like a long, meandering trek to find joy and our purpose in life. In Psalm 16, David teaches us how we can find these in our lives.
Nine Blogs I’ve Been (or Started) Reading in 2018 that You Should Read, Too
This year I started reading more blogs on theology, evangelism, and church leadership. These are ones I’ve been reading or just started reading this year.
The Two Sides of Learning (and Teaching), One of Which We Often Reject
Some lessons are easy to learn; others, though, are hard to accept. Sometimes we don't want to hear it; other times the information is badly given.
Nine Reasons Why People Mentor Others
Seeing my boss help younger folks got me thinking about why people might mentor others. Some reasons are better than others; one is the ultimate reason.
Seven Ways to Share the Gospel in a Sermon
We are called to preach the gospel, yet not every sermon includes it. To help fix this, here are seven ways to share the gospel in any sermon.
4 Tips to Help Plan for our Spiritual Future
We plan for our financial future, but what about our spiritual future? Here are four tips to help you prepare for the future and begin experiencing it now.
Seven Tips to Seeing God’s Blessings in Hard Times
Difficult times can overwhelm us, consume our thoughts, and impact our emotions. Sometimes, though, God is using the hardship to bless us.
Hope, Faith, Love, and Much More are in Christ Alone
Many people seek answers, hope, love, and more. While we often seek it in ourselves or other people, these things and more are in Christ alone.
Three Steps to Finding Peace in Life and in the World
Peace isn’t the absence of conflict or stress; peace is the ability to handle those things with poise, confidence, and hope in everyday life.
The Hidden Message of the Old Testament that’s Buried in Plain Sight
God uses the structure of the Old Testament to reveal an important message to us. I highlight that structure and the message hidden in plain sight.
Stop Living in Shame and Start Living in Boldness
Society tries to shame or pressure us into silence regarding faith. We shouldn't be ashamed of the gospel, but should speak boldly about Jesus and our faith.
What It Means to Abide in Christ & How to Do It
Jesus said we should abide in him. What does that mean? How do we do it? I answer these questions and offer some tips to help us abide in Christ.