The meaning of Jesus’ words in Mark 4:24–25 may not be immediately apparent to you, but your soul’s spiritual prosperity depends on living it out: “Pay attention to what you hear: with the measure you use, it will be measured to you, and still more will be added to you. For to the one who […]
Christian Living
5 Ways to Encourage Your Music Leader
Guest post by Mike Strand. Mike serves as a worship pastor in Colorado. He loves theology, coffee, reading and spending time with his wife and 2 kids. He blogs irregularly at Pastor Mike’s Musings. One of the most difficult positions in any church is the position of music leader. They have the incredible gift of […]
An Open Letter to Those Who Have Been Hurt by the Church
Many events in recent days sadly make this letter necessary. A major sexual abuse scandal in the SBC and the disgraceful demises of well-known mega-church pastors1 have left many, probably tens of thousands, disillusioned with the church, Christian leadership, and Christ Himself. Dear friend hurt by the church, I weep with you. So do countless […]
The Bitter Fruit of the Self-Focused Life
In a sermon preached on Matthew 5:38–42 titled “Denying Self and Following Christ”, Martyn Lloyd-Jones challenged his audience to “realize the extent to which self controls your life.”1 I found his words a needed rebuke as well and poignant description of some emotional issues I’ve faced over the years. I hope it challenges you to […]
Working from Home for the Glory of God
You don’t need me to tell you that the Internet offers us unprecedented opportunities to work from home and any other location with decent WiFi. For several years I have worked from home at least a couple days a week. I have tasted the wonderful benefits and seen many disadvantages firsthand, in my life or […]
