Looking into the pages of John’s gospel brings the fullness of God’s glory to life as Jesus and all His majesty is perfectly seen. In John chapter six, Jesus performs His fifth miracle after feeding the multitude by meeting the disciples on the Sea of Galilee during a wind storm in the middle of the…
James
Advocate, Teacher, Mentor, Stormer of Brains, Slayer of Sadness
Jesus Came to Deliver Fools from Themselves
In Titus 3 Paul is clear that before God saved us we were foolish, given to fleshly passions and were hating one another. That is great news! This is the GOSEPL of JESUS CHRIST! Because this is true, the scripture is very very very very clear…. did I say very? Yes, very clear that those…
Pagan Pastorate: The Devil in the Pulpit
While trying to steer away from the ever so common polemic per se, it is necessary, for the sake of the Gospel-called men and the church of Jesus Christ who have been purchased by His blood, to further equip the saints and warn them of the continued encroachment of unregenerate clergy front staging the churches…
Patty Cake Reorg
With my fifth child and fourth daughter I found myself thinking it odd to sing “Patty Cake” to her calling her a baker man. So I changed it up and thought I’d share it. Patty Cake, Patty Cake Baker Girl Pit em and Pat em and give em a whirl Throw em in the oven…
The Only Fear in Death is Fear of Life
Sitting here listening to the ringing of my four oldest children as they play together gives me a moment to contemplate the amazing and glorious gift of God of my family. At times I feel as though I am truly the richest man that ever lived. Even in the aggravation of life, I can honestly…
The Selfish Always Have An Excuse
Let me just begin these short, pointed thoughts by saying that I do not have a political passion for much at all. In the scheme of things I have given very little thought to pop-culture, entertainment, politics or anything else really outside of my very myopic world-view that rests in the powerfully satisfying person of…
Why Do Holidays Bring out the Worst in Family?
It never fails, for many during the holiday season comes the “Jerry Springer” show right to their front door. It really is a fact and for so long I wondered what made relational conflict so abundant during the time when people are off of work, enjoying friends and family and receiving so much in way…
It Doesn’t Get Any Better than This… or Does it?
“It doesn’t get any better than this…” I thought as I looked at my infant daughter surrounded by my four other children and bride of 18 years. Something wells up inside when I see the glorious beauty of my family and in the best of humility, I praise God for them and for His grace…
When the Gospel Doesn’t Work
This series contemplates the reality that in so many circumstances, the people of God act and live as though the Gospel has no power in their lives and in as much, the Gospel must not work. Over eight weeks in preparation for the “Horrors of Christmas” (wrath, judgement, horror and hell) series, we have discovered…
Gentle Shepherding, A Few Thoughts
Considering sheep as an animal helps pastors understand much about God’s instruction to us as we shepherd His flock. One main reality that is continually driven home to my heart is the reality that sheep are most of the time very timid and easily frightened. Because of this, I believe Peter understands the need to…