This past Easter weekend, I had the awesome privilege of discussing Christianity with individuals from another country considering the claims of the Scripture upon their life. During the course of discussion, the individuals offered a question to... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Each Wednesday afternoon we begin our staff meetings by sharing reports of ways God has blessed us in our personal lives and ministries. We then pray together and thank the Lord for the joy of serving Him together. Our experience is that spending... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Forget social networking–how many real friends do you have? The best and most perfect example of a friend is Jesus. He was a Real Friend to His disciples, and is a Real Friend to us (in addition to being our Creator, King, Redeemer, Savior,... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I struggle with change. I struggle with the uncertainty that change brings. So, I must love ruts and boredom, right? No. I don’t like those either. Call me the Proverbs 27:20 man whose eyes are never satisfied. When change comes, my heart... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
The Defining Event The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the central event for followers of Jesus Christ. Paul explained its importance in “the resurrection chapter,” 1 Corinthians 15: If Christ has not been raised, your faith is... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I’m sure that everyone would agree that a Real Friend will communicate honestly and faithfully to his/her friends. After all, communication is part of the foundation upon which a good friendship is based. Since we are made in the image and likeness... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
In an Epcot-like way, the Passion Play paints a microcosmic picture of what Living Life Together is all about. Related posts:Excited About the Passion Play 4 Reasons We Do The Passion Play What You Can Do When Your Friends Are Serving [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Easter is a great time of year to really think through the implications of everything that happened as a result of Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. One of the most significant events happened right after Christ uttered those awesome... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
This Easter, believers world wide will celebrate the risen Lord, Jesus Christ. For me personally, I know I don’t celebrate like I should because I don’t fully grasp the reality from which I was “saved.” Today, the debate... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Passion week is often a time to reflect on the sufferings of Jesus. We remember that he was scourged … an incredibly horrific beating that left many dead. We remember the torture he received at the hands of the soldiers who beat him and mocked... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
