thoughts on life and faith
Romans 6:1-14 The next few days we will be examining Holy Week through Romans 6 3 Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? 4 We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, … Continue reading Day 1: A Easter Week Devotional
"I think God is the most unexplored territory in rock and roll music." - Billy Corgan Musicians have the loudest voice in my life most days. Of these artists, the "secular" ones largely outweigh those who are steeped in a genuine but often too commercial "worship" industry. There is a certain freedom in rock music … Continue reading All Songs Are Sermons
I haven't been writing as much. It feels foreign. There is some sacred art found in simply putting thoughts on paper or digital media. It connects you to those who have come before, both professional and seasonal writers who crave an outlet, a connection to the larger world. Some good, some great, all looking for … Continue reading Why A Writer Writes
How do you know this applicant loves Jesus? I came across this question while I was plowing through the typical mountain of references for teens who wish to spend time serving at summer camps. While I appreciate the mode of protection, I feel these questions are pretty ridiculous. As a writer, I feel the need … Continue reading Nothing Against Kirk Cameron
"Confession is an act of honesty and courage - an act of entrusting ourselves, beyond sin, to the mercy of a loving and forgiving God" - Pope John Paul II In modern Protestantism, the art of confession has been lost. Many are so scared of embracing a practice from Catholicism that they disregard some of its … Continue reading Monday Morning Confession
8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. (Ephesians 2:8-9) We are in constant need of grace reminders. It is so critical that we refresh our mind with such thoughts. Within the context of grace, Jesus … Continue reading A Quick Grace Reminder
For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery . . . 13 For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. (Galatians 5:1, 13) I stepped off stage after the second weekend service with the usual … Continue reading The Time I Spoke on Freedom
Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. (Psalm 34:8) Food is amazing. I mean so are a lot of things, but food might just be my favorite. It is incredible how eating is both a necessity and a pleasure. And while I suppose overly indulging can be troublesome … Continue reading The Snacks You Hide (Mind Control)
37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. (Romans 8:37 ESV) 37 No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us. (Romans 8:37 NLT) Lie: "I am not strong enough for this life." The lie of today … Continue reading The Lie That’s True
6 So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. 7 Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. (1 Peter 5:6-7) There may not be a more powerful set of words than he cares about you. Let that soak in. When the … Continue reading Circle ‘Yes’, ‘No’, or ‘maybe’
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