Just a great human teacher, or God-in-the-flesh? This post looks at 2 categories of passages: clear statements by Jesus himself, and things he did that only God could do. Listening option available.
Tag: Bible
Coping with our broken illusion of control
We like to be in control. But these days, we don’t have as much of it as we’d like. Here’s why, and some coping strategies for a brand new world.
Do The Word [Sermon]
Invisible beliefs make a visible difference in your life — or, at least, they should. This message is Part 2 in the Down-To-Earth teaching series and is based on James 1:19-27.
Your weapons in the war against fear [Sermon]
Because of COVID-19 there’s a lot of change and uncertainty out there—and with it an invisible enemy: Fear. But how can we be victorious over
Discipleship Manual – a resource for Lent
The 5 major discourses in Matthew’s Gospel are sometimes called a “discipleship manual.” This post explains what Lent is about and how these texts can be used for spiritual renewal and training in Lent.
What is the “Good News”?
In the Christian faith, the terms “Good News” and “Gospel” are often used interchangeably. There’s good reason for that since they both translate the same
5 Helpful Study Bibles
Reading the Bible is important — and it can also be hard to understand sometimes! So here are 5 Study Bibles that can help.
Why is there so much evil and suffering if there is a benevolent being? [Video]
It’s a huge question. Perhaps the biggest: Why is there so much evil and suffering if there is a benevolent being? This was one of
Asking God to establish your plans [Sermon]
Welcome to a new year, to a new decade, and to the next chapter of your life! At this time of year, a lot of
What we know about the end of the world [Series summary]
This post summarizes the 4-part series and includes discussion about why and how the world will end, ‘signs’ of the end, and how to live in the meantime.
Cherishing the seed [Podcast]
What will your legacy be? Part 1 in the ‘Crop’ series explores the famous Parable of the Sower. 3 responses to God’s message lead to nothing, 1 to everything. Which should be choose?
A Dummies Guide to the bazillion translations of the Bible
Wonder what to make of the bazillion Bible translations? This blog explains the 4 main types, and gives some advice. Enjoy!
The Thief of Comparison and Criticism [Video]
There are invisible thieves who can rob you of your contentment. One of them does so by convincing you to put too much stock in
