WRECKEDWhen a Broken World Slams into Your Comfortable LifeBy Jeff Goins Wrecked: When a Broken World Slams into Your Comfortable Life by Jeff Goins describes the journey from complacency to sensitivity, from indifference to compassion. Being "wrecked" is the moment we awaken to and begin this journey. It is that moment on a mission trip when you see true poverty for the … [Read more...] about Wrecked by Jeff Goins
The Pastor by Eugene Peterson
THE PASTORA MemoirBy Eugene Peterson The Pastor is a memoir-styled look at Eugene Peterson's 28 years of pastoral ministry. He chronicles his call, his tenure, his lifestyle in and departure from pastoring. As a pastor myself, I found his observations insightful and inspiring. Here are a few things I appreciated about this book. Writing. Eugene can write. His prose run … [Read more...] about The Pastor by Eugene Peterson
Online Bible Study Tools
From time to time, someone asks me what Bible study tools I use. Aside from commentaries and reference books, I often use the ESVBible.org as my starting point. In addition to the free features (search, audio, personal note-taking, etc.), the ESV Bible online offers several options that can be purchased for a small amount. I use the ESV Study Bible notes and the Greek … [Read more...] about Online Bible Study Tools
How Will You Find Time?
I've been thinking a lot about this quote from Seth Godin: "If you don't have time to do it right, how will you find time to do it over?" If you don't have time to eat right, how will you find time to lose 20 pounds?If you don't have time to exercise, how will you find time to recover from a heart attack?If you don't have time to be with your kids, how will you find time … [Read more...] about How Will You Find Time?
God Is Enough
At our student ministry's recent fall retreat, one simple moment stands out to me. It was Saturday night, following the final session. We had planned a time of outdoor worship on the shore of the lake under the night sky. We were scrambling to put together the final tech details, fastening together the outdoor screen, running power cords, and connecting A/V equipment. But … [Read more...] about God Is Enough