“Then they came to a place named Gethsemane, and He told His disciples, “Sit here while I pray.” He took Peter, James, and John with Him, and He began to be deeply distressed and horrified. Then He said to them, “My soul is swallowed up in sorrow —to the point of death. Remain here andContinue reading “Jesus: the great example in prayer”
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Pastor, what about Christians and politics?
2016 is shaping up to be an interesting year for sure. It’s a presidential election year, and the primary races in both major parties have been filled with surprises already. As a pastor, I am already getting hit with “Pastor, can a Christian vote for….” followed by the name of a particular candidate. Now thatContinue reading “Pastor, what about Christians and politics?”
Facing Fear – new series
“for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” (2 Timothy 1:7, ESV) Years ago I heard a preacher quote this verse and say, “Fear never comes from God!” I believe that statement is true, but I have also found that many people who genuinely love God struggleContinue reading “Facing Fear – new series”
Life between two advents
Many Christian churches observe what is called Advent on the Sundays leading up to Christmas. The term “advent” has Latin roots and simply means “coming.” It refers to the coming of Christ. As early as the fourth century, Christian churches were designating a period of time leading up to the celebration of Christ’s birth. ItContinue reading “Life between two advents”
I am thankful for…
1 Thessalonians 5:18 commands Christians to “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” Think about it. As we approach this Thanksgiving holiday, we may not know God’s will regarding any number of issues going on in our lives, but we know for sure that God’sContinue reading “I am thankful for…”
Five reasons why you should see WOODLAWN as soon as you can!
(1) WOODLAWN is the true story of the spiritual awakening that happened among the 1973-74 football team at Woodlawn High School in Birmingham. It is the true of story of how Tony Nathan became a household name in Alabama and the nation. (2) The gospel is clear in the movie. This is no generic “believeContinue reading “Five reasons why you should see WOODLAWN as soon as you can!”
One pastor’s thoughts on the International Mission Board situation
In recent days, I have had a number of people both inside and outside the church I serve who asked me my thoughts on the well-publicized financial issues at the International Mission Board. I decided to share them here in hopes that it will encourage people to become more informed and prayerful. First of all,Continue reading “One pastor’s thoughts on the International Mission Board situation”
Reminders on September 11
It’s hard to believe that it’s been fourteen years since that terrible day: September 11, 2001. Each year on this day, my mind goes back to that day and its horrors. Time marches on. Only the students who are in high school now have any memory of that day. The vast majority of those inContinue reading “Reminders on September 11”
Catch up on the PRAY message series
The feedback from people regarding the PRAY message series has been a great blessing and encouragement to me. To be honest, it has probably challenged me personally as much as any series I have preached in some time. Here are the links to the individual messages in the series… “How to Pray: When Prayer ComesContinue reading “Catch up on the PRAY message series”
PRAY – more than a message series
In 20+ years as a pastor, I have preached many message series. I have no illusions that everyone remembers everything I say. Instead, I pray that something I say in every message speaks to every person who hears the message. However, over the last two Sundays I have begun a message series that has shakenContinue reading “PRAY – more than a message series”
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