During the six hours of torment on the cross, Jesus spoke sparingly—to his Father, those around him, the thief next to him, and, here in John 19, to his mother and John. (3 Minutes/700 Words)
Read moreArchival Post: The Beginning
Like the sudden blast of a cannon, Genesis begins. There is no long preamble, no introductory comments. Instead, we are thrust into the story, and the story starts with God, which immediately throws us into the metaphysical realm.
Read more50 Healthy Church Leader Tips
Having grown up in a church planting pastor's home, I love pastors and church leaders and strive to help them in any way I can. I recently wrote an article for my network at calvarychapel.com called *50 Healthy Church Leader Tips*. They might not work for everyone, and I probably don't do all of them at all times, but I hope they might help you as you serve our Lord. Enjoy!
Read moreUnhitched #4 — Jonah 4 — God Trains
Sunday Sermon: Unhitched #4 — Jonah 4 — God Trains
Read moreRevolution of the Heart, Part 1: Cleanness Does Not Come by Human Effort (Mark 7:1–5)
After reading this opening paragraph, you'd be forgiven for thinking this has nothing to do with our modern time. I assure you, this passage has much to do with life today. (3 Minutes/800 Words)
Read moreArchival Post: Know God’s Name and You’ll Run to Him More
In a sense, the less you know of God, the less you’ll run to God. To remain ignorant of Him as He reveals Himself in His word is to know little of who He is.
Read moreThe Struggle for Obedience, Part 4: Understand What He's Done (Mark 6:51-52)
Here we have a summary report about Jesus' healing ministry. This report is Mark's way of giving us a sense of the general atmosphere surrounding Jesus' life at that time and telling us that Jesus did more than he could record. (3 Minutes/600 Words)
Read moreLeaders, Love God's People (Proverbs 27:23)
In biblical times, shepherds had to scout and prepare distant lands for their sheep. During the brutal summer months, it was vital for the flock to have a safe, cool climate and a space full of vegetation. So good herdsmen would hike out to distant mountain spots, cultivate the ground, and ready the soil for further growth. (2 Minutes/500 Words)
Read moreArchival Post: Wall Dancin'
There is a time for wall-dancin’, but you’ll never get to it if you don’t have a vision for it. Nehemiah, you see, had vision to build the walls of Jerusalem. He knew God’s city needed to become healthy.
Read moreThe Struggle for Obedience, Part 3: Know Who He Is (Mark 6:48-51)
This whole movement hints that this is a moment where the disciples are interacting with the divine. How do we know this passage is meant to show us Jesus is God?
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