Hebrews 13:16 tells us that doing good and sharing what we have are sacrifices that are pleasing to God read more

I’ve seen some pretty generous gift givers in my life, but none that comes even close to this read more

This is what is needed in order to cross the finish line of being a disciple of Jesus. It is the sobering reality of what it means to truly follow Jesus, to finish what was begun. The good news is that the builder who sits and considers the cost will never regret anything that may be given up in order to reach the finish line because anyone who gives up will receive in abundance all that is needed from the Father who loves and cherishes all who are in His Son. read more

Fellowship is sharing an almost inexpressible joy that comes from being saved from the powers of sin and death. The sweetness of our gathering is as those who were as good as dead because of sin, yet whose lives have been saved because of grace. read more

Is Jesus an excellent teacher, leader, and strategist? Is he the greatest ‘influencer’ to ever have walked the earth? Is he compassionate and humble, loving and kind? Is Jesus the worker of incredible signs and miracles? He is all of these things and more, but on what foundation and by what confession is the kingdom of Christ built? read more

You could argue that we are all building our life upon something, a worldview or set of values, but here, Jesus is narrowing his focus to address a very specific group: those who have heard his words. And what he wants those who have heard his words to know and to take intentional time to consider, are the results of what we choose to do with his words. read more

By His grace, He is going to use your weakness (not sin, but weakness) to perfectly demonstrate His power. What an incredibly heavy burden falls off our shoulders when we accept and celebrate our weakness that displays his glory! read more

Our desires for efficiency and productivity must not thrust us into a future that diminishes the image of God. We exist as an expression of God's grace, goodness and benevolent rule. read more

Paul was made known by the Holy Spirit of a mystery and was charged with the ministry of that mystery to all. Paul ministered this mystery to us so that we may know the measure of the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that we may be filled. read more

When we are alone, in a small group, gathered together as the church, or out in the community, the presence of God goes with us in the Holy Spirit. read more