Suffering has a way of shaking us to the core. When it hits close to home, we might find ourselves asking why.Why the suffering? Why the loss, why the sickness, ….the death? The Bible doesn’t leave us alone here.It tells us that suffering is not random…. but it’s part of God’s redemptive work. It’s meant … More Why Do We Suffer?
Have you ever given much thought to what identity you live into? And who gives your life identity to help inform how you live? Many ideologies will feed our minds and souls and give sway to how we live. So it is important to reflect on what voices are dominating our lives and influencing our … More Sinner… or Saint?
Just a few weeks ago, the Human Rights Commission declared Christmas as discriminatory. Read here. It’s actually quite perceptive of the HRC to connect Christmas to its Christian roots despite attempts over the last 30-40 years to misconstrue the Christmas message… mixing it with Santa Claus and his incredible time-altering, global gift-dropping journey. Christmas is awash … More Attempting to Cancel Christmas in a Culture That Really Needs It
Sometimes people end up hating Jesus because they’ve been hurt by someone who says they love Jesus. And well intended or not, many have defamed the Name of Jesus by claiming to do “good” in His Name — all the while hurting others. Do not base your opinion of Jesus solely on the actions of … More Opinion of Jesus
If Ascension Day passed you by, then perhaps you might miss a most important day that follows — one that equips Christ’s people to participate in His Kingdom gathering work. That day is Pentecost. And that day is remembered today. Pentecost marks a day when the Holy Spirit of God was poured out in abundance… … More Pentecost – A Most Important Day
Are you looking for a church?There is one thing to avoid. Easy love. That’s right. We need not join churches where love does not challenge us. Easy love is careless love. It’s love that does not take action. It’s accepting you just as you are but doing nothing further about it. A church that will … More One Thing to Avoid in a Church
Maybe you don’t often associate Christmas with politics. But the birth of Jesus Christ and His ensuing message disrupted politics from the day He was born right through to our day. And it will continue to do so until He comes a second time. Ancient prophecy revealed that Jesus would disrupt all government — it … More Christmas… Political Disruption and the Paradox of Peace
Ever heard that expression? I have…and I agree. Let’s. But often I’ve heard it said in defense of not wanting to get political, or of not wanting to speak or debate politics, or as a deflection not to take a political stand. Here’s the problem though. The gospel itself is political — and so much … More Let’s just focus on the Gospel…
Not everyone who meets Jesus is commanded to follow Him in the same manner. Take two instances that are shared with us in the Gospel of Mark. In Mark chapter 5, ‘a man with an evil spirit’ meets Jesus. This man lived naked in tombs, and couldn’t be bound, though people tried – even with … More Go Tell… or Go Sell
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