When it comes to God, the Bible, and the gospel, most people are unresponsive. A few weeks ago, during an event that our church conducted, this truth was highlighted all the more. We had sent out over 5000 invitations to our community for an event that addresses our personal spiritual need, only to have a... Continue Reading →
Pope declares Jesuit Pierre Favre a saint
Pope Francis, the leader of the Roman Catholic church has declared Pierre Favre, who lived from 1506 to 1546, a saint. Why am I writing about this? Why does this matter? Certainly this is not the most important thing going on right now. But with Time Magazine declaring Pope Francis " Person of the year"... Continue Reading →
Mindshifts in Evangelism (5)
Mindshifts in Evangelism (5). Another good perspective from Jason Engle. Great read. Hope you enjoy it.
Conversations: Asking Jesus Into Your Heart
A conversation that is growing in the Christian circles is the one surrounding the sinner's prayer and the phrase "asking Jesus in to your heart" to be forgiven of sin and receiving eternal life. Is it biblical? Is it the right practice for evangelism? There are people who deeply love Jesus on both sides of... Continue Reading →
Thoughts From a Wedding
This past weekend I had the privilege and honor of performing a wedding for a couple. Marriage has to be one of the most beautiful pictures God has given us to show His relationship to His people. Marriage is also one of my favorite subjects to talk about. For my premarital preparation with the couple... Continue Reading →