John 1:35-51 tells us the story of Jesus calling the first disciples. This fast-paced narrative is full of lessons on the basics of discipleship. But let's zero in one just one. Notice the first thing these new followers of Christ do after meeting Jesus. Do they enroll in seminary for 3 years and learn how … Continue reading 4 Principles for Sharing Jesus
Conduits of God’s Hospitality
In light of the last post, here is a great quote from John Piper from his extremely helpful sermon: Strategic Hospitality: When we practice hospitality, here’s what happens: we experience the refreshing joy of becoming conduits of God’s hospitality rather than being self-decaying cul-de-sacs. The joy of receiving God’s hospitality decays and dies if it … Continue reading Conduits of God’s Hospitality
Hospitality As Mission
WHAT IS BIBLICAL HOSPITALITY? Biblical hospitality is displaying Christ to others by welcoming them into our homes and thus into our very lives. Christians are a hospitable people because Christ has graciously welcomed us into the family of God by his grace. We who were once strangers are now children of God. Therefore, welcoming the … Continue reading Hospitality As Mission
A Prayer of Lament: Dayton, El Paso, Gilroy
Father, Our hearts are overwhelmed with grief as we consider the senseless acts of violence in Dayton, El Paso, and Gilroy last week. The reality of the sin and brokenness of our world is on display as precious people made in your image were murdered; as families and communities are left heartbroken and confused as … Continue reading A Prayer of Lament: Dayton, El Paso, Gilroy
Singing With The Head, Heart, & Hands
Music is a precious gift from God. I agree with Luther who says that "Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world." Amen! That said, it makes sense that the New Testament is concerned with our singing when the church gathers. Singing as the people … Continue reading Singing With The Head, Heart, & Hands
Whitefield: How To Hear Sermons
George Whitefield once gave a sermon about hearing sermons. His text was Luke 8:18, “Take care then how you hear, for to the one who has, more will be given, and from the one who had not, even what he thinks that he has will be taken away.” After exhorting his hearers to listen to … Continue reading Whitefield: How To Hear Sermons
Give Jesus To Your Kids
I’ve been a Dad for over 10 years now. Which means I know just enough to know that I don’t know very much. One thing we have always aimed to do with our kids is to give them Jesus; to bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4). While I’ve … Continue reading Give Jesus To Your Kids
