To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. Revelation 2:1 Ephesus was the capital city of the Roman province of Asia, what we now know as modern Turkey. This was a large, wealthy city […]
Absent: Leaving Social Media
As I have been taking some time to pray about and contemplate how to write to you about the letters to the 7 churches in Revelation, among other subjects, I’ve also been working behind the scenes on things concerning my website and it’s impact on you. I have been in the process of leaving social […]
The Politics of Unity and Division
“Do you think that I have come to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division.” -Jesus, Luke 12:51 In 2016, what feels like a lifetime ago by now, I was listening to the news on the radio. I had been struck by the comments by Reince Priebus, then chairman of the […]
Logos 9 Bible Software Review
A complete review of Faithlife’s Logos 9 Bible software. Reviewing the features, sharing screenshots, and providing pros and cons of the Logos 9 system. Is Logos 9 right for you?
Why God Desires Your Shameless Persistent Prayer
When God answers your prayers, sometimes it’s right away. But often not, right? What do you do in those circumstances? Do you keep praying the same thing over and again, or do you drop it, not wanting to “nag” God? When you were a child, did your parents allow you to ask them over and […]
Understanding the Parables of the Mustard Seed and the Leaven
The parables of the mustard seed and the leaven describe the far-reaching growth and the tremendous power of God’s kingdom. Growth and power both for the church and for your life when you apply God’s word everyday.
