We’re jumping back into our series in the Gospel of Luke today. In many ways, chapter nine forms of kind of hinge in the narrative. Up to this point, the key question has been: “Who is this Jesus?” Jesus has been ministering up in Galilee, and everyone is trying to figure out just who He … [Read More…] June 16, 2024
What a Missions Week we’ve been having! I don’t know about you, but I’m so encouraged by the stories I’ve been hearing of the ways God is at work around our world. God truly is on a mission to glorify His name by redeeming a people for Himself from every nation, tribe, language, and tongue … [Read More…] June 9, 2024
Having had a front-row seat this past week to God’s amazing Gospel work throughout the continent of Europe—indeed, all around the world—at the European Leadership Forum, I cannot wait to be back with you for our Missions Week, which begins this Sunday. I’ll be preaching a message titled, “Finding Our Place in the Story.” I hope to share with … [Read More…] June 2, 2024
I want to thank you for your prayers for our family as we travel. Krista and I have wrapped up our brief term of doctoral studies in Oxford and now we’re headed off to Poland where we’ll join up with The Moody Church’s STAMP team for the European Leadership Forum. ELF has been one of our Strategic … [Read More…] May 26, 2024
I want to wish a very happy graduation to the high school class of 2024! Your hard work and perseverance have paid off. As a church family, we celebrate with you and commit to praying for you as you take these next steps. I want you to know that you will always have a welcoming church home … [Read More…] May 19, 2024
It’s Mother’s Day, and on this happy occasion, I thought I’d share a little anecdote that relates to both my Mom and The Moody Church. Some of you know that my Mom attended Moody Bible Institute in the mid-70s, and she sang in the Moody Chorale as well. She’s always had a deep love for Chicago. … [Read More…] May 12, 2024
Have you ever noticed that the heroes we most admire—in the books we read and in the films we watch—always combine the paradoxical traits of grit and grace? They are tough and tender. They possess might and meekness. They have extraordinary strength and exceptional sensitivity. The paradox of those traits is important. It’s easy … [Read More…] May 5, 2024
Well, I missed it again. The grass turned green this week. I noticed it had happened when I took my Wednesday morning bike ride. The luscious green lawn along the lakefront was bright and beautiful. Tuesday, the grass had been dingy and dormant. But by Wednesday it had turned brilliantly green. Each year I hope … [Read More…] April 28, 2024
In light of the enormous problems facing our city, nation, and world, I want to invite you to join me in a Day of Prayer and Fasting on Wednesday, April 24. As you know, when temperatures rise in Chicago, so does the violence. We want to lift up our great city to the Lord, … [Read More…] April 21, 2024
As a kid growing up in church, I was so close to the Gospel that I missed it for many years. Being a firstborn with a leaning toward people-pleasing, my natural inclination was toward performance. So at church, that meant bringing my Bible each week, attending Sunday school, memorizing verses, and adopting socially acceptable behaviors. … [Read More…] April 14, 2024
