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I am a Christian, husband, father, pastor, professor, & teacher who wants to help fellow pilgrims on our way to the Heavenly City.
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The Saturday Post(s)
The Myth of Hate. “I’m told writing this post won’t matter. I can clarify until I’m blue in the face and nothing will change. It doesn’t matter what Christians actually think or believe about homosexuality. It seems the world will … Continue reading
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Christ is Our Passover Lamb
Last night I preached on the Passover from Exodus 11-12:32 to our middle schoolers. I was immensely blessed to see the kids come to understand that the Exodus from Egypt by the hand of Moses is God’s amazing way of preparing … Continue reading
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Tagged blood, cross, death, exodus, jesus, passover, propitiation, sacrifice
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Two Jews Named Smith & Jones
One of the big lessons Christians grow to learn is the difference between trusting in their performance for God’s approval and resting in the performance of Christ on their behalf for God’s approval. Essentially, it is learning what to put our confidence … Continue reading
God’s Credit Card
Being a youth pastor offers me a front row seat to watch young saints be exposed to the Word of God for the first time. I get to see their amazement at its truths. I get to rejoice in their thankfulness … Continue reading
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Tagged atonement, blood, bruce ware, cross, jesus, old testament, priest
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It’s Friday, But Sunday’s Comin’
Today, we Christians celebrate Good Friday. Sometimes folks are confused as to why we would call the day our Savior was crucified good. That’s understandable. It’s not often that people celebrate the death of their Leader/Hero/Etc. But, this hints at … Continue reading
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Tagged blood, cross, easter, good friday, gospel, jesus, resurrection, sm lockridge, sunday
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Lord’s Supper & The Lord of the Rings
Years ago Tim Keller used this illustration from The Lord of the Rings to convey the immense meaning of the Lord’s table: Enemies and dread weapons pummel the walls of the city of Gondor. As the city gates begin to … Continue reading
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