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Violence Isn’t Random: Understanding the Power of Words and Ideas
The recent death of Charlie Kirk has sent me into a tailspin of emotion and deep reflection. From reflection, I believe there is an important note that needs be said out loud. When we look honestly at political violence in … Continue reading
Christian, Are You Making an Effort?
The gospel of Jesus is against earning, not effort. In fact, for those who’ve trusted in Christ for salvation, effort is commanded. After all, didn’t Paul write, “Make every effort…to be holy” (Hebrews 12:14) and “work out your salvation with … Continue reading
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
What Is Love?
A wedding sermon preached on July 10, 2025. Someone once said, “Mawwaige is what brings us together.” But what has brought you both to marry today? Love. No matter who you are, love is a big deal. The Beatles say … Continue reading
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
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
We Are the Church So We Go to Church
You’ve heard it before: “We don’t go to church. We are the church.” I’ve often heard the phrase used to justify the belief that attending a local church is optional or unimportant for believers since they are the church. It … Continue reading
Are You Bringing Your Spouse Happiness?
One time, as I was reading through Deuteronomy, I was struck by this passage: “When a man is newly married, he shall not go out with the army or be liable for any other public duty. He shall be free … Continue reading
Thoughts on Envy
“And Saul eyed David from that day on.” 1 Samuel 18:9 It is well known that King Saul was envious of David’s early success. Instead of recognizing and repenting of his envy, Saul leaned into it. The more David succeeded, … Continue reading
You Should Judge People
Non-believers’ favorite teaching of Jesus is, “Do not judge.” Whenever a Christian speaks about the goodness or badness of an idea, action, or choice, they’re ready to recite it from memory with all the earnestness and pomp of an old-school … Continue reading
