Grieving Those You Loved, and Caring for Those Who Grieve

I’ve been thinking a great deal about grief lately — partly because age brings more loss, and partly because my … Continue reading Grieving Those You Loved, and Caring for Those Who Grieve

Church and Ministry, Discipleship, Theology

ABIDE: How to Read the Bible

I’m convinced one of the primary reasons Christians don’t read the Bible more, is because they don’t know how to. … Continue reading ABIDE: How to Read the Bible

Church and Ministry, Culture, Leadership, Theology

Wisdom Over Cool

5 A wise warrior is better than a strong one,and a man of knowledge than one of strength;6 for you should wage … Continue reading Wisdom Over Cool

Church and Ministry, Leadership, The Gospel, Theology

Things I didn’t learn in Seminary | Part 1: All the Sadness

I have the privilege of leading and coaching several young men and women who are pursuing local church ministry. One … Continue reading Things I didn’t learn in Seminary | Part 1: All the Sadness

Church and Ministry, The Gospel

Philippians Bible Study Preview

Philippians Study Overview 3 Components: Watch and Listen. You’ll watch or listen to a 10-minute teaching from me as we … Continue reading Philippians Bible Study Preview

Church and Ministry, The Gospel, Theology

Asking Jesus To Leave

Matthew Chapter 8 is a poignant parable for our time. It captures Jesus in the immediate aftermath of the Sermon … Continue reading Asking Jesus To Leave

Church and Ministry, Culture, Leadership, Politics

The pursuit of justice requires more than we think.

“The past few days have really been hard.” I’ve heard some version of those well-meaning words several times in the … Continue reading The pursuit of justice requires more than we think.

Church and Ministry, Leadership

A Vision of Healthy Pastoral Leadership

A reckoning is underway in the Evangelical church, particularly in the ranks of high profile church leaders and pastors. News … Continue reading A Vision of Healthy Pastoral Leadership

Church and Ministry, Culture, Politics, The Gospel, Theology

Responding To Cultural Crises: A Better Way Forward

Over the last several weeks the enforcement of a zero-tolerance policy that separates children from their parents who are seeking … Continue reading Responding To Cultural Crises: A Better Way Forward

Church and Ministry, Culture, Leadership

The Dangerous Side Effects of Success

I can fill a couple of shelves in my office with books written by pastors, conference speakers, and leaders who … Continue reading The Dangerous Side Effects of Success