Jesus Breaks Tradition (Matthew 15)

sermon audio current link MOTIVATE You may not know all the rules, but they exist. Some rules are stated out loud and other rules few know, but people make sure to give them a voice when they’re broken. They’re called, “unwritten rules” and we’re expected to follow them. Here’s a few: The list could go…

Parents Cultivating Moral Boundaries With Teens

Below are notes from a monthly parent session we had with a group of parents. This month’s topic was on Moral Boundaries. As parents, how can we help teens navigate the lines in the sand of our culture? [1] See The Journal Of Biblical Counseling Summer 2005, Volume 23, Number 3. Each article in this…

Come, weary voter.

Yesterday was “Super Tuesday.” A day where 16 states and one territory of the United States casted ballots for primary candidates as president. It’s the biggest Election Day until November, where one providential candidate will become president, and many other national and local government positions will be filled with an incumbent or incoming candidate. Every…

Listen

When there’s a conflict, the key is to listen. Entering a discussion, knowing there’s tension, primed to unload your views isn’t helpful. It is possible that you have misunderstood, and the conflict could be resolved easily. Wouldn’t that be a wonderful blessing? Listening can be an act of love and peacemaking. Owning your part in…