It won't be long now! Just over a week and we kick off summer connexion (that would be June 1st, 8pm). This summer we're looking at the short little book of 1 John. Don't make the mistake of thinking 1 John is a nice little book - it's earth shaking, or at least life shaking. … Continue reading summerconnexion: can your faith stand the test?
devotional
The Curse implies Promise
This week I've been doing a lot of reading for a class I'll be taking in August. The book I was reading last night, Christ and the Covenants, is fantastic. I'd recommend it to everyone. Last night I was reading about the curse of Genesis 3 and it brought to mind this reflection I wrote … Continue reading The Curse implies Promise
Stewards of the Gospel
I am so glad to get back into the office today - I need a break from my weekend! I spent all day Friday, Saturday and Sunday building a fence with my three neighbors. 73 holes, 73 panels, and 4 gates. Thankfully the weather was about as good as you can get. One of the … Continue reading Stewards of the Gospel
showing Christ clearly
Last Sunday night we talked about the Simple Life (no, not the stupid reality show. I'd like to say that I've never actually seen an episode, at least a whole episode, of the show). We talked about the life that has one single focus, one pure and holy passion (to quote the song). This becomes … Continue reading showing Christ clearly
books on the cross
There are 22 days between today (Thursday, March 23rd) and Good Friday (Friday, April 14th). That's plenty of time to pick up and read a really good book on the cross of Jesus. I think we need to get a lot closer to the cross, to think and meditate on it's meaning and signficance, and … Continue reading books on the cross
God Entranced 