This time of year you start reading a number of posts or books about going back/starting college, but not as many about just simply going back to school whether that be elementary school, middle school, and/or high school. The truth is a vast majority of students are still in public/private grade schools. For Christians the question … More Back to School
Good reflection for a Sunday
I’ve been struck that the scripture says that in the latter days the love of some will grow cold. The love, the compassion, the vision of Jesus and the sincere love of our neighbor would give way. In its place would remain self-interest, greed, pride, restless desire, and callousness towards our fellow man. People would … More The Love of Some Will Grow Cold
In the life of faith you have to have those you trust and respect enough to speak into your life. You need true, loving, biblical discipleship. When you no longer are actively walking with someone who you trust regularly, things tend to break down in the life of faith. We need mentors, elders, and loving … More On Spiritual Mentors
If you are like me and worship in a liturgical tradition you likely say a prayer of repentance every Sunday. And more likely than not it begins something like this: Most merciful God we confess that we have sinned against you Even if you don’t worship in a liturgical tradition you are likely familiar with … More On Regular Repentance
I could sit at the feet of Philippians 2 for a long time. Consider others more worthy, do everything without grumbling, complaining, or arguing. If the church sat in Philippians 2, we would surely shine like the sun. our example would be so different then what we see in the world today. For the moment I … More Consider Others More Worhty
Community can be hard to come by. It’s not a shock for me to write something like this. But having, keeping, and maintaining friends let alone a loving and supportive community is pretty hard to come by. I remember talking to one younger person engaged in ministry. I asked him who he talked to for … More Why Community Can Be Hard to Come By
And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. (Matthew 22:39, NIV) If you’re like me, you likely read past this part of scripture. Love, the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, and soul. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. You read the Lord part and skip … More And The Second is Like It
This Friday please set aside some time to pray and fast for peace in Egypt, Syria, and Iraq. Check out this great initiative calling Christians to pray this Friday. Here is the prayer point for Egypt. Please pray for peace among all people in Egypt. Pray for mercy and compassion to break through. We pray … More Praying for Peace in Egypt
The Missional Life 