I didn’t ever think I would read a book on the theology of food; but after reading “To Eat or Not to Eat?” by Curtis Knapp, I not only can say that I have, but I can say that I really enjoyed it. What I like best about the book is that the author is … Continue reading To Eat or Not to Eat?
God Bless Little Anton
Anton Delgado is amazing! He is one of the most precious people my wife, Letha, and I know. We had the privilege of staying with his adopted parents, Jason and Vanessa Delgado, a couple years back. We fell in love with his family—and especially with little Anton. It appears that the Lord may be taking … Continue reading God Bless Little Anton
Simplicity and Trinity
Note: The following is taken from chapter 20 of the upcoming book The Absurdity of Unbelief, which may be pre-ordered here. It is true that God is a simple being that is not composed of non-divineparts. For instance, if the attribute of power was not essential to God’s nature, then power would cease to be divine, which … Continue reading Simplicity and Trinity
The Simple Gospel
"The Simple Gospel" by my friend Jon J. Cardwell is now on sale at Amazon. I would encourage you to go check it out. It is a book of essays relating to the gospel, person, and work of Jesus Christ. "Propitiation through Faith," "The Sign of Jonah," "The Shroud of Turin," and the "The Mystery … Continue reading The Simple Gospel
Guilt, Justice, & Forgiveness
Note: Following is a preview of the conclusion of The Absurdity of Unbelief. Dear reader, we cannot live a fulfilled and consistent life without God. Our guilt is the evidence of this. Our guilt is evidence of our unhappiness and foolishness. Though we each have tried in vain to cleanse our guilty conscience, it continues … Continue reading Guilt, Justice, & Forgiveness
10 Steps in Maintaining the Unity of the Spirit
Christian unity is a beautiful thing in the eyes of God. It is more than the absence of discord as it includes warm fellowship that is saturated with love and goodwill. “Behold,” David says, “how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity” (Ps. 133:2). There is nothing like collectively worshiping God with … Continue reading 10 Steps in Maintaining the Unity of the Spirit
My Journey, My Friends, and God’s Work in Colombia
As I wait for my flight back to the great state of Arkansas, I am filled with many emotions. I am here at the Bogota Airport, and I miss my family. I cannot wait to kiss and embrace my wife and swoop up my three boys into my arms. I can already see their smiles … Continue reading My Journey, My Friends, and God’s Work in Colombia
Questions about the Atmosphere and Emotions in Worship
I have three simple questions relating to worship, though admittedly they may not have simple answers. I will begin by asking my first two questions, which are very similar, and will close by asking a third question. 1. What role should the atmosphere (energy level) of a worship service have in evoking emotions? 2. To … Continue reading Questions about the Atmosphere and Emotions in Worship
We Are Not Neutral
“Let’s buy it, dad!” These were the words that darted out of my mouth as soon as I saw the cool yellow truck with its custom rims and ground effects. Immediately I could proudly see myself driving it to school. Not only was it cool, I couldn't believe it was in my price range. This … Continue reading We Are Not Neutral
What I Have Learned after 14 Years of Ministry
God is faithful and faithfulness is what God requires of us. Sometimes out of prideful ambition, I am tempted to move too fast and seek to produce results by the works of the flesh. Waiting on the Lord is hard. Seeing no visible results (e.g., growth) is hard. Seeing other churches growing at a faster … Continue reading What I Have Learned after 14 Years of Ministry