An Adventure with Christ that Brings the Bible to Life

An Adventure with Christ that Brings the Bible to Life

David Gregory’s book, “Open” is a very cool little book that brings parts of scripture to life through relatable narrative that’s packed with adventure. Because I got a complimentary copy from Tyndale, I wanted to share my thoughts here. Only a few...
Pumpkin Spice Church… the Pros and Cons

Pumpkin Spice Church… the Pros and Cons

The first year that Starbucks offered their famous Pumpkin Spice Latte, I probably had ten of them in the first week. So delighted I was with the sugary jolt of liquid autumn, it was love at first sip. And I’m not unlike so many other Americans who took to the...
Which Headline Do You Like Better?

Which Headline Do You Like Better?

One of the things I dislike about television weather coverage is the emphasis of fear they place in the context of it. Every winter I can count on a “Snowmageddon” or “Winterblast (insert current year here)” being promoted as reasoning for why...
Are you Anointing Jesus or Hoarding your Stuff?

Are you Anointing Jesus or Hoarding your Stuff?

Most people are familiar with the story of Mary and her Alabaster box in John 12:1-9. How often do we consider our own motives when it comes to our own alabaster boxes? If you are not familiar with this passage or want a refresher, keep reading as I summarize it. Then...
Knowing Christ in the Waters of Kiddie Pools

Knowing Christ in the Waters of Kiddie Pools

I had a peculiar dream a few nights ago that I just can’t shake. In it, I was in my back yard during the summertime, hanging with many people whom I know to be Christians. It was hot, so I decided to set up two kiddie pools. One was a small wading pool of about...

Advent 2012: Boring Through the Ashes

Throughout the Midwest , we are slowly losing our trees because of a bug.  Emerald ash borers have infested and plagued several states for many years as they methodically annihilate ash trees, leading to the depletion of forests, the removal of perfectly healthy trees...

Advent 2012: Nothing Like the Real Thing

…let it be known to all of you and to all the people of Israel that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead—by him this man is standing before you well. This Jesus is the stone that was rejected by you, the...

Learn: The Jesus Film

With the New Year literally just hours away, many people are reflecting upon the 12 months they’ve just experienced and looking forward to bright and joyous days ahead. An opportunity to wipe the slate clean and build a better tomorrow. Perhaps this describes...