Gerald Edmonds, former Minister of Music at The Moody Church from 1982-2009, went home to be with Jesus last week on August 11. He was a true worshipper who led our church family to greater appreciation of God’s majesty, holiness, and love as he guided our music ministry for so many years. He personally … [Read More…] August 21, 2022
My first pastor passed into the arms of Jesus last week. Our family attended his church during the first four years of my life before we moved from Milwaukee to Cleveland. I don’t remember much from those impressionable years, but I do remember my pastor. I don’t remember his sermons, although my parents … [Read More…] August 14, 2022
What an amazing week we had at Summer Blast! After losing a couple years in the pandemic, Summer Blast was back in full-swing this week. We had 300 kids in attendance this week learning about Joseph from the Bible, connecting with friends, energetically singing, and discovering the monumental love of God that has come near … [Read More…] August 7, 2022
I’m more of a night owl, and so early mornings aren’t usually my thing. But the other day I got up early and saw the sunrise. As the newborn rays of dawn peeked over the horizon, scattering the lakefront clouds with pastel pink, yellow, and orange diffused light, I was reminded of the hope-filled … [Read More…] July 31, 2022
Last Sunday I spoke at the Bethany Beach Tabernacle in Michigan, and our family decided stay a few extra days to enjoy the lake. We had a great time playing in the water and soaking up the sun. I’ve got a pretty impressive farmer’s tan now! There’s something about being on the water … [Read More…] July 24, 2022
The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. – Psalm 19:1 I’ve been in awe this week as the images from the James Webb Space Telescope have come pouring in. This latest and largest optical telescope in space offers greatly improved infrared resolution and sensitivity which allows it … [Read More…] July 17, 2022
Like many of you, I watched in horror on Monday as news of the Fourth of July parade shooting in Highland Park rolled in. The tragedy is immense: seven beautiful image-bearers slain, thirty-nine hospitalized, and, in a story that gripped all our hearts, a two-year old toddler orphaned of both his parents. So much … [Read More…] Three Sources of Evil
In the summers during my early teen years I would often travel with my younger siblings to visit my Grandpa and Grandma Miller in Missouri. The highlight of our visit was a trip to Branson. We’d go to the theme park, attend old-time country music shows, and eat way too much frozen custard. Branson … [Read More…] July 3, 2022
The decision handed down a few hours ago from the Supreme Court of the United States in the case Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization is a pivotal moment in the history of our country and a hopeful development for those who cherish the sanctity of life. In many ways, this decision signals a new … [Read More…] The Sacredness of Human Life
I still remember the day I first met Grandpa Friend in his hometown of Soap Lake in the irrigated farmlands of Eastern Washington. Krista and I had been dating awhile, and it was time to meet her extended family. LeRoy Friend raised cows to sell at auction, and was as salt-of-the-earth as they come. … [Read More…] June 26, 2022
