Psalm 46
In a world going mad, where is there any hope of comfort or stability? In this, and this only: "The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress."
Transcendent Prayer
Ephesians 6
Transcendent prayer goes beyond physical needs, material needs, social needs, and comfort needs, even needs of freedom. It is a supplication for the greater need of the kingdom and is focused on the very vision and mission entrusted by the Lord.
Abiding: The Rest Giver
Matthew 11:25–30
.Jesus doesn't get frustrated when we come to Him for fresh forgiveness—for mercy and love! Or even when we come in distress and in need and in emptiness... BECAUSE THAT'S WHAT HE CAME TO HEAL!
Abiding: Sheltered
Psalm 91
Having God as a shelter and refuge gives strength and courage to the people of God!
Abiding: Abide in Me
John 15:1–17
What does it mean to abide in Jesus? The call to follow Jesus isn’t one defined by individual moments – it is a lifestyle.
Entrusted for Endurance: Enduring Witness
2 Timothy 4:1–22
Paul concludes his letter to Timothy with a charge that ensures an enduring witness. We would all do well to consider how our lives are being lived for endurance.
Entrusted for Endurance: Enduring Conduct
2 Timothy 3:10–17
In contrast to the "appearance of godliness" in 2 Timothy 3:1-9, the apostle Paul offers two essentials for endurance in true godliness. Don't miss this equipping!
Entrusted for Endurance: Power of Godliness
2 Timothy 3:1–9
Paul offers a depressing list of behavior descriptive of people in his (and our?) time and then concludes with, "having the appearance of godliness, but denying its power." What is the power of godliness? Why should it matter?
Entrusted for Endurance: Avoiding Catastrophe
2 Timothy 2:14–26
In accomplishing God's mission, the church is God's Plan A in the world. Paul offers Timothy wise counsel for avoiding the catastrophes that could sideline the church from the mission.
Entrusted for Endurance: Salvation that Endures
2 Timothy 1:13–2:13
We do not put our faith in our faith, or in our feelings, because they will change and fail. We put our faith in Jesus Christ.
Entrusted for Endurance: Not Ashamed
2 Timothy 1:8–12
For many, suffering feels pointless and is to be avoided. But Paul calls Timothy to share in suffering because Jesus brings meaning to it and equips us to endure it.
Entrusted for Endurance: Remember
2 Timothy 1:1–7
The apostle Paul begins his heartfelt letter to Timothy with several key reminders. It's in remembering what's been given to us that we really know life.
My Desert Island Psalm
Psalm 63
If I could take only one Psalm onto a desert island, Psalm 63 would be it. David prays and sings about the delicious goodness of God. This is the gospel in eleven verses!
This Baby Changes Everything: Everything!
Colossians 1:15–23
The birth of Jesus Christ brings about the greatest turning point in all of history; nothing will ever be the same again. It is no exaggeration to say that this baby changes everything. This Christmas, let him bring about deep and lasting change in your life, as well. That's why he was born. That's why he died.
This Baby Changes Everything: Science
Matthew 2:1–12
Wise men follow a star that goes before them and then stops over where Jesus is living? Nice story, but it seems to conflict with science. No, the coming of Jesus enables us to do true science.
This Baby Changes Everything: Work
Luke 2:8–14
The angel of the Lord appears to a group of shepherds while they're on the job, and work as they know it will never be the same again. The birth of Jesus changes how we understand work!
This Baby Changes Everything: Politics
Luke 2:1-7
The birth of Jesus was no mere local happening; it had worldwide implications.
This Baby Changes Everything: Family
Matthew 1:18–25
Joseph wrestles with the startling news that his bride-to-be is pregnant and not by him. The baby that will be born will redefine Joseph's family, and what we fundamentally understand about true family.
Reality Reimagined: Life Reimagined
Rev. 22:1–20
As we conclude our time in The Revelation, we see that the end of the end of the story is just the beginning. And when we live with the end in mind, we have only just begun to live!
Reality Reimagined: The New Jerusalem
Rev. 21:1–22:5
The imagery of Revelation 21 is familiar to many: pearly gates, streets of gold, clearly this is heaven! Or is it? Is John only seeing heaven or is he seeing a whole lot more?!