“Drinking beer is easy. Trashing your hotel room is easy. But being a Christian, that’s a tough call. That’s rebellion.” ~ Alice Cooper Have you ever been asked, “are you a Christian”? I am a theologian, pastor and worship a Jesus-looking God, but I rarely identify as a Christian. People have asked me if I… Read More »
Kingdom Salvation
“Sanctification is not a work of nature, but a work of grace. It is a transformation of character effected not by moral influences, but supernaturally by the Holy Spirit.” ~ Charles Hodge The world is full of Christians who have knowledge of God and rebirth but have never truly experienced kingdom salvation. Their eyes are… Read More »
The Challenges of Flesh and Blood
Have you ever had challenges with your own flesh and blood? Does skepticism run rapidly in your family? Would you refer to your tribe as a dysfunctional family? If this is your experience, guess what, you are not alone. Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ grew up in the same kind of family. Think for… Read More »
Who Are You Really?
Most people struggle to find their true identity in life. They find their identity in politics, sports, hobbies, video games, social media, ethnicity, home turf, education, work, etc. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit reveal to us throughout scripture, especially in our readings today, that our identity should be in none other than Jesus Christ.… Read More »
