This week, Norma Jean and I are in Marion, Indiana, where I’m preaching in a meeting at the Woodland Hills Church. In addition to the evening assemblies, I’ve been teaching morning classes on “Developing the Mind of Christ.”
This series is based on Philippians 2:5, where Paul admonished, “Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus.” The NASU renders it: “Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus.” Continue reading
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I recently read about a man who prided himself on being a “law-abiding neighbor.”
He never stole. Never trespassed. Never violated a single ordinance. Continue reading
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Greetings from the Hoosier state!
Norma Jean and I are on the way to Marion, Indiana, where I will be preaching a series of lessons at the Woodland Hills Church.
The meeting begins tomorrow, April 12, and continues through Wednesday evening, the 15th. The theme of the series will be “What Matters Most,” based on Acts 2:42-47. (For a preview of the 5 lessons, see the bonus post below. Continue reading
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“Our hearts matter.”
This simple statement from my friend and preaching colleague, Leland Ping, who preaches in Murfreesboro, TN, often posts short, thought-provoking pieces on his Facebook page.
Take a minute to read and reflect on his thoughts Continue reading
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Can I have the spirit of Christ and still feel anger?
That question surfaced recently when a friend found themselves upset with someone they loved—and then just as quickly began to question their own spirituality. In that moment, they wondered if their reaction reflected a failure to be Christlike. Continue reading
The late R. J. Stevens and his son Tim have done more to elevate the praise of God’s people than any two men I’ve ever known.
But their greatest contribution wasn’t just teaching music, how to beat time, or how to pitch a song. They reminded us of the why and the Who behind our praise. Continue reading
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March Madness ended last night with a gritty, hard-fought battle as the Michigan Wolverines outlasted the UConn Huskies 69–63 to claim the national championship.
It wasn’t pretty.
Neither team shot better than 38%. Turnovers outnumbered assists. Fouls piled up—35 were called, and many more weren’t. Continue reading
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In 1873, famed evangelist Dwight L. Moody was scheduled to preach in Chicago on the very night the great fire broke out.
As chaos spread, people fled for their lives. Buildings burned. Families scattered. Panic ruled the streets.
Moody had every reason to leave. No one would have blamed him. But instead of escaping, he stayed. Continue reading
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Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL
Well, March is in the history books, and April has arrived. But March Madness is wrapping up this weekend.
I was looking forward to two great games today—Duke vs. Houston, and Purdue vs. Michigan. Continue reading
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With the war in the Middle East, dubbed Epic Fury, its attack on Iran, rising gas prices at home, and conflicts around the globe, it’s easy to become anxious and overly focused on the here and now—on our nation and the kingdoms of this world.
About a month ago, my Facebook friend and preaching colleague, Doy Moyer, shared the following thoughts that offer a much-needed Scriptural perspective: Continue reading
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