One American value that does not help us in our disciplemaking is the idea of rugged individualism. Jesus lived in first-century Eastern culture, which was (and still…… Read more “Rugged Individualism: Not a Kingdom Value”
Category: Know and live from the Scriptures
God’s Instrument and Three Partners for Making Disciples
In my last post, I talked about the fact that, in and of ourselves, we are ill-equipped to make disciples. It is God’s work. We cannot be…… Read more “God’s Instrument and Three Partners for Making Disciples”
The Normal Christian Life
God intends for us to have and display His power each and every day. It’s the good news of the indwelling Christ—“Christ in you, the hope of…… Read more “The Normal Christian Life”
Power and Motivation for a Different Kind of Life
This past year, I’ve been captivated by some powerful ideas about Jesus Christ and its implication on my daily life. Consider these three verses from Paul’s letter to…… Read more “Power and Motivation for a Different Kind of Life”
Abundant Life
Good news: eternal life starts now. We can expect daily abundance from the hand of the God who dwells in us—wonderful news for right here, today. Consider…… Read more “Abundant Life”
What We Really Believe
The list of values you might write down, as part of your personal “mission statement,” may not necessarily be what you really believe. No, while we all have beliefs…… Read more “What We Really Believe”
Words That Bring Life
Jesus modeled a respect and dependence on the words of His Father. He once corrected the religious leaders in their use of Scripture: “You diligently study the…… Read more “Words That Bring Life”
Soul Food
Earlier this month, my wife, Pam, and I visited Glacier National Park in Montana. Each day, as we prepared to go out and wander the trails of…… Read more “Soul Food”
Finding Fulfillment in Life
Since the beginning of time, humans have sought to find their “place” in the world. Whether Adam and Eve’s decision to attempt fulfillment through the pursuit of…… Read more “Finding Fulfillment in Life”
Parable of the Two Sons: Which Son Was Really Lost?
I find that most of us read the Parable of the Two Sons in Luke 15 through the filter of years of tradition rather than good interpretation.…… Read more “Parable of the Two Sons: Which Son Was Really Lost?”