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Jesus vs. Pharisees: Don’t Miss the Point

Some folks use Jesus’ confrontations with the Pharisees to argue that Jesus was against organized religion. They wield these interactions as a club to beat down anyone who articulates theological truths, practices religious rituals, or draws lines between what’s good … Continue reading

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Masculine Sins

By design, men are to inclined to be strong, ambitious, and protective. Scripture honors and exhorts men to cultivate these traits. Yet, as the adage goes, our greatest strengths overplayed become our greatest weaknesses. Therefore, Scripture warns men of temptations … Continue reading

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Progressive Christianity Is Not Christianity

In recent years, a movement called Progressive Christianity (formerly known as Liberal Theology) has gained popularity. It wears the clothes of faith in actions and uses the vocabulary of the church in words, but its foundations are completely different. Before … Continue reading

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Though You Suffer, You Are Not Unfortunate

We all know what it feels like to see our painful circumstances and wonder, “What possible good could come from this?” When suffering hits, when the plan collapses, the diagnosis comes, or the relationship breaks, it is easy to think, … Continue reading

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Should Christians Be Political?

I grew up being taught and believing that Christians shouldn’t get involved in politics. We’re supposed to be about the spiritual things and leave the world to their games of power. Christ is on the throne so we shouldn’t be … Continue reading

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True Love Gets in Your Face

Last night at our home group, we opened the Word and discussed this past Sunday’s sermon text on 1 John 4:7–21, which offers a compelling picture of where love comes from, what love looks like, and how we can enjoy … Continue reading

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Reflections on Home Life

In my personal worship time with the Lord I am making my way through 2 Samuel and I came upon a section that stirred some thoughts about home life. In 2 Samuel 6:1-19, King David attempts to bring the Ark … Continue reading

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Alcohol, Cigars, & Zyns (Oh My!): Reflections on Christian Liberty & the Conscience

“We must distinguish between commands of God and rules we make for ourselves in light of God’s commands.” — Andrew Naselli Recently, Christianity Today published a piece on the use of Zyns—nicotine pouches that are all the rage right now, … Continue reading

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Some Counsels for High School Graduates

Graduation is coming. You’re growing up. And while diplomas and tassels are cool, they’re nothing compared to the kind of person you are and, more importantly, the person you’re becoming. High school may be ending, but the stakes are rising. … Continue reading

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Loving Our (Unborn) Neighbors

This is an edited transcript of a sermon preached at Union Church on Sunday, Mark 12:28-34. The words of Mark 12:28-34 resonate across centuries: love God with all your being and love your neighbor as yourself. Today, we delve into … Continue reading

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