Throughout my life, it seems like our country has been arguing over what marriage is. Last week, it became even more clear to me that we as American’s do not have a solid understanding of marriage, as with all the other confusion that has developed in our postmodern age. In an essay two weeks ago,Continue reading “What is Marriage?”
Category Archives: Discipleship
LGB Without The TQ
Over the past few months, I have noticed a number of conservative groups embrace the saying “LGB without the TQ,”1 but this is not a consistent conservative position, and its certainly not a biblical position. With this has come the acceptance of groups like Gays Against Groomers and the Log Cabin Republicans, but these organizationsContinue reading “LGB Without The TQ”
Leadership in the New Testament
I recently completed a study looking for biblical themes of leadership in the Old Testament. I followed that study up with a look at the New Testament. Between the two, I have started to develop a theology of leadership. There are an overwhelming number of books on leadership, but I’ve found it personally satisfying toContinue reading “Leadership in the New Testament”
Leadership in the Old Testament
I recently completed a study looking for biblical themes of leadership in the Old Testament. I found several but zeroed in on three. The lessons are not just for members of ministry but are for Christians in any leadership position whether it is business or a father leading his family. Introduction The Old Testament (OT)Continue reading “Leadership in the Old Testament”
God’s People: Old & New Testament Community
Community is central to both the Old and New Testaments. This theme is seen as the Bible focuses on people experiencing community with God and with others. From the beginning of the Bible, this is evident, as God declared in Genesis that “It is not good that the man should be alone” (Gen. 2:18, ESV).Continue reading “God’s People: Old & New Testament Community”
Christianity’s Jewish Roots
Context is key to understanding any message. If the context is not clear, then messages will often be misinterpreted or completely misunderstood. That is why Luke went to great lengths to depict the authentic Jewish roots of the early church recorded in Acts. It was important for Luke to depict the “Jewishness” of theContinue reading “Christianity’s Jewish Roots”
Colossians: Human Philosophy and Social Justice
Colossians was written in A.D. 62 by Paul while he was imprisoned. By this time the gospel had spread from Jerusalem to Syria, Asia Minor, Greece, Italy, and likely Egypt, North Africa, and Persia.[1] The church at Colossae was probably founded by a man named Epaphras who may have been converted by Paul in EphesusContinue reading “Colossians: Human Philosophy and Social Justice”
Living for the Lord
God’s Call God calls all people to draw near him. Hillman refers to this as God’s primary call, the need to develop a relationship with our creator. When we speak of “our calling” in life, we often refer to our career or job. However, we are called foremost to God, not just a position, aContinue reading “Living for the Lord”
Most Neglected Resource: God’s Word
Sometimes we get into a spiritual rut. We feel like our walk with Christ has slowed or we find that we have drifted from our relationship. There may be many causes, but I usually find that when I’m feeling this way, that I am not spending enough time in the Bible. I’m not alone inContinue reading “Most Neglected Resource: God’s Word”
Spiritual Development During Seminary
Introduction Being commissioned into God’s work and starting seminary is life changing. It is a journey which, at times, will be exciting and challenging. God uses these positive and negative events to shape us as we walk with Christ. To help you persevere and grow in your personal spiritual development during seminary, it is importantContinue reading “Spiritual Development During Seminary”
Finding Life in the Word 