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5 Questions for the Sermon
Despite the different perspectives and opinions, Christians must think through what makes a good sermon. Ask seminary professors,…
Interpretive Bias
Everyone brings bias to the task of interpreting Scripture. The only way to mitigate that bias is to…
Preaching About the Gospel
Imagine the congregation filing into the sanctuary after navigating the minefield of the week. Mines of shame, regret,…
5 More Questions for Your Church
Asking good questions leads to better thinking. When it comes to church, there is a balance between avoiding…
Good News for the Religious
We love standards to measure our progress. Exceeding the status quo to assure ourselves of our standing before…
Not Even an Animal
C.S. Lewis described one facet of love as “being vulnerable.” If you will not risk having your heart…
The Depths of Depression and the Scope of Hope
There is a dark night of the soul from which no light can seem visible. We can sink…
Motivation Matters: Leadership
Are results the final metric of success? The bottom line is much more than finances or growth metrics…
Motivation Matters (Spiritual)
Why we do what we do is as important as what we do. This is not an easy…
Karmic Christianity
The Gospel is the good news that Christ has atoned for our iniquities through his death and that…
News Too Good
If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. We’ve heard the line many times and…
Behavioristic Righteousness: Why Does It Matter?
I recently read a book recommended by one of my favorite theologians. Written in 2002, I was surprised…