Peddle

The wine merchant of ancient times had a reputation somewhere between that of a used-car salesman and a dope peddler. He eagerly hawked his merchandise in the marketplace, promising an […]

6 Lenses for Reading the Psalms (Part 2)

(For Part 1, check here.) One of the most fascinating set of lenses to wear when reading the psalms are the “Jesus glasses.” We can be quite confident that Jesus […]

Mansion

“In my Father’s house are many mansions…I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2). A mansion! Now you’re talking! Someday yonder—just over the hilltop—I’m going to have a […]

The Slaughter of the Canaanites: Our Options

The Slaughter of the Canaanites

The Slaughter of the Canaanites – Exploring Interpretive Approaches Historical, theological, and allegorical explanations reflect how Christians wrestle with these ancient commands. Scholars offer views ranging from hyperbole and moral […]

The 7 Rhythms Played Out

We discover from the Gospels that Jesus modeled 7 recurring “relational rhythms” as he made disciples. Here are the rhythms, and then, below that is a message we received recently […]

Kingdom VS Democracy

Just what did you sign up for when you became a citizen of Jesus’ Kingdom? And how much authority is given to your opinions and inclinations?

Your Invitation to Holy Places

Holy Places

Holy Places: How Sacred Encounters Strengthen Our Faith Personal and biblical locations, like a hospital room or Jerusalem’s temple steps, become holy places when marked by life-changing encounters with God. […]

Immanuel

Immanuel

Immanuel: God with Us and Us with God Immanuel means “God with us.” Jesus came not just to visit but to dwell with us, fulfilling Isaiah’s ancient prophecy and bridging […]