The #HeGetsUs ads are what happens when church people promote their favorite politicians more than understand the passages of Scripture. It’s interesting discussion but seldom fruitful and only half truthful. We need Christians with biblical discernment more than partisan discourse. While the #HeGetsUs ads provide provoking images and ideas, they lack meaningful content. They promote…
Jesus Heals (Matthew 9:18-38)
video forthcoming MOTIVATE There’s a story about a married couple: Sherlock & Sally. One late night, there was a thunderstorm and the couple was asleep in bed. It was about 3am and they heard what they thought was a knock on the door. As the couple woke, they looked at each other and Sally suggested…
Jesus Reclined (Matthew 9:9-13)
video forthcoming MOTIVATE Most of us can’t remember when we took our first steps. But, especially if you’re a parent, you can remember helping your child take their first steps. (those not parents have seen the circus, ha!) Then came teaching how to ride a scooter, a bicycle, roller blades, ice skating… then a car,…
Conspiracy Clutter
We live in a world that rewards complaining and conflict. Everything is cluttered with and alleged as conspiracy. Yet, often circumstances are more complex and nuanced than what multiple sides care to admit. The problem is, when the only thing that can be trusted is… conspiracy theories, perhaps we should take a breath and admit…