Sometimes God uses disappointment to grant us freedom. Disappointment with a relationship, disappointment with an institution, disappointment with a product...each disappointment has a redemptive purpose. Disappointment wakes us.Disappointment reveals idolatry.Disappointment reminds us of finitude.Disappointment redirects our faith back to God. May we all thank God for … [Read more...] about The Gift of Disappointment
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The Jesus’ Wife Fragment – What It Actually Says
Causing much stir this week has been the discovery of The Gospel of Jesus' Wife, which is probably a sensational title. But let's cut through the hype. I want my information straight from the horse's mouth. So what does the fragment actually say? Daniel B. Wallace, New Testament scholar and manuscript expert, obliges us. (Notice the brackets indicate the holes or cut-offs … [Read more...] about The Jesus’ Wife Fragment – What It Actually Says
One Hour
I am convinced you can dramatically change your life with one hour. Let me explain. We recently cut TV at our house (for a number of reasons). And in the process, I began to consider the significance of gaining even one hour back per day. I began to think about all the amazing things you can do with one hour.In one hour...You can get married.You can worship and hear a … [Read more...] about One Hour
Soul Swim
I am finding chasing soul requires a balanced approach. Like swimming, one does not wish to flail or sink. Smooth, efficient, and steady swimming is the goal. Flailing Soul flail is me unmoored. It is frazzle. It is busyness. It is speed. Positively, my intake and output runs high. But I am cycling hot, overheating, like a boiled empty and steaming pot. Sinking Soul … [Read more...] about Soul Swim
Remembering Nine Eleven
I was up early for a Bible study, Band of Brothers as I recall. It was a typical day, me a senior in college. I actually had a double breakfast that morning. I went from the Band of Brothers Bible study at Panera to a McDonald's to meet my dad. My dad asked me if I had heard about the plane hitting the tower. I said, "Crazy." And we went on. It was only a … [Read more...] about Remembering Nine Eleven