Today I had a fascinating Skype conversation with a young man named Nate Eastman. A few years ago Nate met some believers from his small town in Northern Michigan. They played basketball together. His friends were believers. Soon they invited Nate to a Bible study. As the men studied the Gospel of John a chapter […]
Defying and Deifying Men
January 29, 2014- Lately I have been grieved and disappointed to discover the failures and weaknesses of Christian leaders who have been a great blessing and help to me in the past. It can be confusing and painful. We live in a time of spiritual tumult when it is tempting to adopt a Christian celebrity […]
My Tweet and Status Collection
The following is a collection of some of my tweets and Facebook posts in 2013: This was about how I like to introduce sermons: I don’t like to start my sermons with: “Brothers and Sisters, today I would like to show you three things about the power of prayer.” I’d rather start like this: “When […]
Log-Chain and Sunshine
“Dad. I need a hand. My car won’t start.” “Where are you, Chuk?” “Corner of Sibley and Allen.” “Be right there.” Immediately I think of my Dad. He is always good but he is at his best in situations like this. He loves a rescue operation. He springs into action eager to help. My mind […]
Five Scriptures for When Life is Hard
John 16:33 in the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. 2 Cor. 1:8-10 For we do not want you to be unaware, brothers, of the affliction we experienced in Asia. For we were so utterly burdened beyond our strength that we despaired of life itself. Indeed, […]