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
The Ends God’s Justice Will Cover the Earth: Christ’s reign extends justice across the earth. Brings fairness and righteousness to all creation. God’s People Will Be Liberated: Christ liberates God’s people from spiritual blindness and bondage. God’s Glory Will Be Celebrated: Christ’s reign leads to the celebration of God’s glory. The renewed creation worships and … [Read More…] Behold Christ
The Symptoms A world under wrath (Romans 1:18) A people in chaos and pain (1:24, 1:26, 1:28-31) A world condemned to die (1:32) The Illness and Its Progression Rejection of the Truth and the darkens of hearts (Romans 1:21-23) Embracing of the Lie and the worship creation (Romans 1:25) The Cure A timely provision (Romans … [Read More…] The Best Bad News You Have Ever Received
One of the greatest privileges we have as a child of God Is the fact that we can come to God in prayer anytime, anywhere, with anything. In Christ and by the Spirit we have total, unrestricted access to the Father. But, so many of us don’t know where to start. Fortunately, we’re not the … [Read More…] Teach Us To Pray
On Wednesday, Krista and I celebrated our 20th anniversary. It’s hard to believe it’s been twenty years! We met during our first week at Cedarville University, and since we were both Bible majors, we shared many of the same classes. But it wasn’t until our sophomore year that I got up the gumption to ask … [Read More…] July 21, 2024
Dear Moody Church Family Member, I hope you are enjoying your summer! As our church nears the end of the fiscal year in August, I want to say thank you and highlight some examples of the impact of your generosity. Our church has much to be thankful for. God has allowed us to … [Read More…] July 2024 Stewardship Letter
There’s nothing more American than a good cookout, apple pie, and fireworks on the 4th of July. Growing up in Ohio, our family would drive to the Independence Day parade in our little town. The school bands would march, the civic organizations would show up, the classic car clubs would cruise along, and the first responders would … [Read More…] July 07, 2024
“Veiled in flesh the Godhead see, Hail th’ incarnate Deity! Pleased as man with man to dwell, Jesus our Immanuel.” – Hark! The Herald Angels Sing – Charles Wesley In the incarnation, Jesus is God incognito. He is undercover, veiled, and among us in secret. Until Luke 9:28-36, when the veil is lifted and … [Read More…] Glory on the Mountain
Chapter 9 of the Gospel of Luke forms a hinge in the narrative. Up to this point, the key question has been, “Who is this Jesus?” And in Luke 9, that question begins to be answered and we see His glorious identity be revealed. From this point on, Jesus is moving inexorably toward Jerusalem … [Read More…] The Royal Road
As we wake up in this universe, we find ourselves in the midst of a story that is already unfolding. But what is the story about? And how do we find our place in the story? The Bible tells us we’re living in God’s story. It’s the story of a God who is on … [Read More…] Finding Our Place in the Story
