The Bible is a living, breathing book. I've been reading it most of my life, and I'm still surprised by it. I taught Exodus in an adult class this past fall, and that allowed me to see a connection with Ezekiel, which I'm currently reading in my private devotional time. In Exodus, you might think … Continue reading Then they will know that I am the Lord!
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Cutting Room Floor: Jesus is not a Chair
Last Sunday, I spoke about doubt and faith, using Thomas as a case study to help diagnose doubt. There was more cutting room floor material from that sermon than normal because it's a topic I've taught an entire ACG on before. So maybe there'll be more than one of these posts this week. One point … Continue reading Cutting Room Floor: Jesus is not a Chair
Cutting Room Floor: Emulate Jesus’ tender heart!
Last Sunday, I preached from Matthew 28 and John 20. The premise of the sermon was that while the Resurrection changes everything, Jesus remains the same. The Jesus who went into the tomb on Friday is the same Jesus who walked out - literally the same body, the same upside-down approach to kingdom building, and … Continue reading Cutting Room Floor: Emulate Jesus’ tender heart!
Reading Augustine
I've quoted a good bit of Augustine recently, so I thought I'd recommend a few books I've read on and by Augustine for those who may want a deeper dive. First and foremost, read Confessions. It is a powerful spiritual autobiography. Don't read anything on Augustine till you've read this (unless you need a short … Continue reading Reading Augustine
Books I Enjoyed in 2024
It's been a busy year, and I haven't met my goal (though I hope to finish two or three more books before midnight on the 31st). It was a great year, though, with some excellent books taken off my 'to-read' pile and added to my shelf. Theology/Christian Living The Crucifixion: Understanding the Death of Christ, … Continue reading Books I Enjoyed in 2024
God Entranced 