As I was digging through the church archives for my doctoral research, I came across something that made me laugh out loud this week. I share it in hopes that you too will find it amusing. It relates to receiving unhelpful and unfair criticism, something we all face from time to time. During the … [Read More…] March 9, 2025
I’m writing today from the National Religious Broadcasters convention in Dallas. Our Moody Church Media team has been hard at work connecting with our radio ministry partners who amplify Songs in the Night, Running to Win, and Moody Church Hour to thousands of listeners on hundreds of stations spanning across the nation and around the world. I’m so … [Read More…] March 2, 2025
They say there are two topics you should never bring up in polite conversation: politics and religion. Why? Because convictions run deep and tempers quickly flare. Most people learn to change the subject. But Jesus wades in where even angels fear to tread. In Luke 20—our passage today—the religious leaders come after Jesus and try … [Read More…] February 23, 2025
One of the things I most admire about Jesus is the fact that He doesn’t back down from anything. He’s so courageous and bold! And we see it clearly in this passion week as we continue our study in the Gospel of Luke. During this week, the religious leaders come with all their pomp … [Read More…] February 16, 2025
In light of the tragedies that have filled our headlines these past weeks, I’ve been reflecting on the brevity of life. It’s so fragile and short. As James 4:14 puts it, “What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes.” We don’t like to face the … [Read More…] February 9, 2025
One of my great joys over the past couple years has been to serve in our AWANA program on Wednesday evenings with our Sparks. It’s such an encouragement to be a part of such an impactful ministry. There are three things in particular that stand out. First, it’s amazing how hard our kids work … [Read More…] February 2, 2025
Here is another little nugget from my doctoral research I thought you’d enjoy. As you know, Harry Ironside served as our Senior Pastor from 1930 to 1948. Known across the country for his depth of teaching, his influence can still be felt to this day. It may come as a surprise that Ironside was never … [Read More…] January 26, 2025
This week as the snow fell and the wind whipped between the buildings, I recalled the winter poem, “Pattern” by C.S. Lewis. Some believe the slumber Of trees is in December When timber’s naked under sky And squirrel keeps his chamber. But I believe their fibres Awake to life and labour When turbulence … [Read More…] January 19, 2025
As newly elected leaders begin their terms of service this month, it’s a good time to remember that God calls us to faithfully pray for our government officials. This includes ones we didn’t vote for. If you’re like me, you may appreciate a list. Here are 21 scriptural ways we ought to pray: 1. Pray … [Read More…] January 12, 2025
This Sunday, we begin a new chapter in our study through the Gospel of Luke: “The Gathering Storm.” As Jesus is increasingly bold in His authoritative claims and His ministry impact grows to the point where it cannot be denied, the religious leaders decide they must forcefully shut Jesus down. You can feel the … [Read More…] January 5, 2025
