This past week I’ve been in Seoul, South Korea for the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization. I’ve been learning about what God is doing around the world. I want to share with you a moment that deeply touched my heart Wednesday night as we gathered to pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. As … [Read More…] September 29, 2024
Would you pray for me this week? I’ll be joining the North American delegation for the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization which will be hosted in Seoul, South Korea. In 1974, Billy Graham and John Stott initiated the first gathering in Lausanne, Switzerland, responding in part to the failure of the “conciliar missions movement” … [Read More…] September 22, 2024
On Tuesday, I received the news that our dear George Sweeting went home to be with Jesus this morning. Pastor Sweeting served as Senior Pastor of The Moody Church from 1966–1971 when he then become the President of Moody Bible Institute. His deep love for God, passion for the Gospel, enthusiasm for the city, and … [Read More…] September 15, 2024
A lot of us are disenchanted with religion. There’s so much hypocrisy and abuse and scandal. Our front pages are full of the failings of religious leaders. No wonder so many people are checking out of organized religion even if they still find Jesus compelling. I think sometimes we forget that Jesus’ harshest words … [Read More…] September 8, 2024
We’re jumping back into our series through the Gospel of Luke this Sunday. Ever since Luke 9:51, where Jesus set His face toward Jerusalem, we’ve been following along with Jesus as He moves inexorably toward His destiny. In this section of Luke, we see rising tensions with the religious leaders, a growing sense of urgency … [Read More…] September 1, 2024
Well, it’s good to be back with you this week! It’s our Fall Launch at The Moody Church, which is a great time to reestablish our habits as we follow Jesus on The Journey of a Lifetime. As you look at your fall schedule, how are you prayerfully planning to: Know God through Worship … [Read More…] August 25, 2024
Would you join me in praying for our city as the DNC convention begins this week? Politics always seems to bring out the worst in people. I’m praying that the Lord would bring His peace that passes all understanding into our city during these coming days. Amidst all the passion, frustrations, and uncertainties we face, … [Read More…] August 18, 2024
It’s not every week that you get to do church while hearing the roar of military jet afterburners overhead. It’s one of my favorite weekends in Chicago as the Air and Water Show takes center stage. If you’ve never gone up to the church’s roof deck to see the planes, you’ll definitely want to check … [Read More…] August 11, 2024
I’m reminded this week of just how important family is. Krista, the kids, and I are spending the week with our family, and the connections are just so precious. God has designed us for family, something we often lose sight of in our mobile, disconnected, hyper-individualized culture. But there’s nothing like the life-giving connections of … [Read More…] August 4, 2024
What a wonderful week we’ve had at Summer Blast! I’ve loved watching these hundreds of kids learn about the love of Jesus while having the time of their lives. God is at work. And we got to have a front row seat. How wonderful is that? One of the things that encouraged me the … [Read More…] July 28, 2024
