Remember
"Remember" is a powerful word used often in the scriptures. "Don't forget," "Write this down," "Protect this knowledge," and other similar warnings are frequent instructions. I have now lived long enough to understand why. When I studied the Holocaust, I couldn't
Wasting Effort on the Wrong Goal
Study days are always a challenge. I'm an extrovert, so forcing myself to be alone for many hours without conversation is a challenge in itself! But this week, I had an experience that I have never had before. I'm not
Resilient or Giving Up?
The Texas Rangers could not find a bigger contrast than the New York Mets. Every sportswriter who focuses on baseball is shaking their heads or celebrating. The trade deadline for Major League Baseball brought shocking results. The Mets' two aces
Up the Mountain and Down the Mountain
One of the unique accounts in the Gospels is when Jesus is on the mountain with Peter, James, and John. We know that experience as the "transfiguration." In the wake of that is a key detail that has always riveted
New season and new rhythms
The countdown is on, and we are just a few weeks from heading into a new school year. For those who thrive on structure and routine, heading back to school brings a sense of excitement! It also brings new challenges,
Talking to Kids About the Good News
Have you ever been intimidated to talk to your kid about the Good News? Or even a friend of your kid or a kid in your Sunday or Wednesday small group? Maybe thoughts run through your mind like, “What if I
Germany Mission – 2023
We are just two weeks away from 30+ members of our church family boarding a plane to head to Germany for the fifth year of ministry with our partner church there. Over the past many years, we have had the
Speaking the Truth in Love
Our pastoral staff communicated two messages to us over the past week that have been significantly impactful. The first is Ben Condray’s blog from last week which can be found here. The second is the excellent sermon from Chris Ransbottom
The Truth Can Hurt
Being intentionally hurtful in the manner with which we share truth is just as much a sin as denying the truth or failing to proclaim it.
Answering the Call When it Guarantees Heartbreak
More than ten years ago my family and I had the opportunity to go on a mission trip to a children’s home in South Texas. That trip was God’s way of introducing us to the world of opportunities to serve