The church is to operate in the “truth in love” space. Scripture is clear in this regard…. “but speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in all aspects into Him who is the head, even Christ,” (Ephesians 4:15, NASB95) What does this look like? What are the challenges in today’s world? ContinueContinue reading “The Truth in Love Space”
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NO Volatility
One word describes the last five years well…VOLATILE. Five years ago we were in the middle of the COVID lockdowns and tensions were at a boiling point. Today, everyone is watching their 401K balance go down and talking about a subject most only know from history class: tariffs. In the last five years, we haveContinue reading “NO Volatility”
The Ideal Christmas
We have all seen the picture: a perfectly decorated home ready to be filled with the joyous family gathering. Nothing wrong with that. Most every wife and mother wants their family to gather in a beautifully decorated home filled with food, gifts, and love. Many families gather each Christmas and have a wonderful time together.Continue reading “The Ideal Christmas”
“Our Disappointments are His Appointments”
Those words are a quote from the late pastor A.T. Pierson. I ran across this quote while preparing a message from 2 Samuel 7 where David greatly desires to build the temple but God tells him he isn’t going to get to do it. So how did David respond? Undoubtedly, he was disappointed, but DavidContinue reading ““Our Disappointments are His Appointments””
A Word About the 2024 Election
This week, I read a quite disturbing article. A significant research project by the well-known George Barna recently revealed that as many as 30 million evangelical Christians in America may not vote in this election. The reasons are varied, ranging from disgust at the toxic political environment to disillusionment with both presidential candidates. Some evenContinue reading “A Word About the 2024 Election”
The Church’s Entitlement Crisis
“Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor;” (Romans 12:10, NASB95) Politicians speak of the looming “Entitlement Crisis” regarding how to pay for Social Security and Medicare. Never mind that their own legislation and spending has helped to create said crisis! However, that is another subject. As aContinue reading “The Church’s Entitlement Crisis”
The Myth of Neutrality
Social media was up in arms last week after the Biden administration issued a proclamation for March 31 as the Transgender Day of Visibility. March 31 also happened to be Easter Sunday. The criticism was (rightly) ferocious. Defenders pointed out that March 31 is the Transgender Day of Visibility each year and Biden was simplyContinue reading “The Myth of Neutrality”
Thinking Biblically About Gender and Sexuality
In January, I began preaching through the book of Genesis. In preparation for preaching Genesis 1-2, I developed sermons on God’s design for humanity, marriage, and family. You can view the messages from January 21 and January 28, 2024 here…. https://lakesidebaptist.com/media/series/hfnnq4c/worldview As I preached these messages the heaviness of these subjects was apparent. EVERYWHERE weContinue reading “Thinking Biblically About Gender and Sexuality”
Incredible Week in Brazil
Last week was one of the most impactful weeks I have had in some time. I was part of a team that traveled to Brasilia, the capital city of Brazil, for a week of ministry. Our team left on Saturday, May 25th with ten folks from Lakeside, five from Valleydale Baptist and four from McElwainContinue reading “Incredible Week in Brazil”
UPDATED 2022: The best study Bible
Frequently, I am asked which study Bible I recommend. If you want to dig into the Word, then a good study Bible is the best investment you can make. The best study Bibles are like a commentary on the entire Bible, along with informative maps, charts, and articles. In a good study Bible, the crossContinue reading “UPDATED 2022: The best study Bible”
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