As you look upon the cross – do you stand before it or beyond it? As you think of what Christ has done – are you worth it or not? In this blog I work through some of the “tension” we are in as we think of the love Christ has for us. Continue reading Living in Love’s Tension
We are called to be our “Brothers’s Keeper” and yet how often do we, as brothers and sisters, actually do more harm than good? A LOT. Why? Because WE get in the way of GOD’S Word. Continue reading Using God’s Word to Correct and NOT Harm
This is part 2 of our podcast on the letters of John and today we reflect on 1 John 2:3-17 and his command to the people to adhere to God’s command to “love.” Continue reading 1 John 2:3-17 – Love: A Command
Being created as communal people, by God, definitely does not mean that fellowship is easy. But understanding how and why we have fellowship with one another sure makes it easier. Continue reading FamilyFire: A Broken and Perfect Fellowship
Today’s podcast comes to us from Paul’s letter to the church in Rome. It’s a letter that calls the believers to live as “kingdom of heaven” dwellers and not “society dwellers.” Continue reading Rom 12:9-21 The Act of Loving
Our sermon today comes to us as a prayer from Paul that is a prayer for us, the Church, as well. It’s a prayer of understanding, hope, and execution. And at its core is not only love but the love of Christ. Continue reading Ephesians 3:14-21: The Truth About Love
We’re on day 4 of Christ’s “Passion Week” and this evening finds Jesus surrounded by people he holds close – and who see things vastly differently. Continue reading Day 4: An Act of Love
Every now and again a blog I write for FamilyFire makes its way to the web…and recently someone wrote in asking about dating relationships for young people. And while this is not exhaustive these are some thoughts and tips that I gave (with a friend) to a young man some years ago….and i think some of these tips are even universal and apply to people of all ages. Continue reading FamilyFire Blog: High School Dating Suggestions
Have we missed something with the story of the Good Samaritan? or was it just me? Continue reading …and THEN…
A reader reached out to FamilyFire (whom I blog for periodically) and asked about what tips we had for people looking at relationships and trying to find the right “one”. What you will find here is the LINK to FamilyFire and my thoughts/suggestions for that reader (and anyone else) who is either looking for a partner or has kids that might be near that age. Continue reading FamilyFire Blog: Assessing a Date – Looking Deeply
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