The theme of hearing God’s voice is the opening motif of Jordan Peterson’s new book, We Who Wrestle With God. Peterson explores the meaning of Elijah’s encounter with the “still small voice” (1 Kings 19). Advent is a season of waiting, and a time to remember that God is not silent. He speaks to us through His Word, through His Spirit, and yes, through the “still small voice” that stirs in our hearts.
Continue readingIn the USA, we just concluded an extensive, divisive election season, and—there are winners and losers. Some people are feeling joy, while others feel disappointment. As followers of Christ, we are called to rise above these emotions and base our hope in something—or Someone—far more lasting.
Continue readingAll Saints’ Day is an opportunity to reflect on the lives of those who have gone before us and what that means in our present time. All Saints Day helps us remember that all believers are connected across generations and cultures into one body through Christ. We are surrounded by a “great cloud of witnesses” who are cheering us on to persevere in faithfully trusting God. Finally, All Saints’ Day reminds us that we all can leave a legacy that will bless others.
Continue readingWe have had a super busy summer of missions and ministry, logging over 60 days of travel between June 1 and October 6 leading, teaching, and making disciples in Christian worship. It’s been a great joy!
Continue readingIn July 2024 I served as an instructor in Kenya and Uganda with Worship Quest Academy. This post share photo highlights of our ministry time in Africa.
Continue readingThe values in the U.S. Declaration of Independence resonate with biblical principles of human dignity, natural rights, government by consent, self-governance, seeking redress, and a revolutionary spirit. While the Declaration initiated a significant political revolution, the gospel of Jesus Christ continues to drive the greatest revolution in human history.
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