Photo by rovenimages.com on Pexels.com In the opening words of John’s gospel, he says this: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was … Continue reading Jesus, our bright and glorious Savior
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Denominations are dying… should you even care?
Photo by sergio souza on Pexels.com I think it is safe to say that, though many of us experience this anecdotally, it's a general trend to hear someone say that "less people are going to church than they used to." This is true. It's well-documented that most Christian denominations in the United States are shrinking … Continue reading Denominations are dying… should you even care?
Incarnation: The theological riches of Christmas
Photo by Jessica Lewis on Pexels.com As we reflect on the time of year we are in, our response is one of familiarity: this is Christmas time, the celebration of Jesus coming to be born in the manger, wrapped in swaddling clothes, the child of Mary and Joseph, the son of God. And these things … Continue reading Incarnation: The theological riches of Christmas
I’ve been married for two years, and this is what I’ve learned.
When I was engaged to be married back in the latter half of 2020 and first half of 2021, I was really so excited. Sure, I didn't know what I was getting myself into. But I knew that it would be so great. I had met the best girl in the history of the world. … Continue reading I’ve been married for two years, and this is what I’ve learned.
5 resources every Christian should be using for their growth and edification
Photo by Gelgas Airlangga on Pexels.com The most popular phrase, maybe of all time, in many churches is Read your Bible! You can call it quiet time, personal time, whatever you want to call it. But if you profess to be a Christian, you should be spending time with the Father, in his word, in … Continue reading 5 resources every Christian should be using for their growth and edification
How Coffee-making can help you see the purpose of the Christian life
Photo by Amelia Hallsworth on Pexels.com I realize that many of you may not know me personally. If you do, you know that I am a capital "C" Coffee Snob. I take my coffee consumption very seriously. It baffles me both as a pastor and a man of integrity (and humility, as you can see) … Continue reading How Coffee-making can help you see the purpose of the Christian life
Preaching, Worry, & God’s Call to Ministry
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com Today (when I wrote this) marks one year since I gave my first sermon! On May 15th, 2022, I got the chance to preach in front of my home church, First Baptist in Kings Mountain. A part of me wonders why God has put me in the position I … Continue reading Preaching, Worry, & God’s Call to Ministry
I’ve been a pastor for two years, and this is what I’ve learned.
Photo by Ali Hadbe on Pexels.com At the one year mark, I wrote a blog about what I had learned as a pastor. I had learned a lot more than just what is contained in that singular blog. But now that I've been doing this for two years, that makes me an expert, right? Kidding. … Continue reading I’ve been a pastor for two years, and this is what I’ve learned.
The Christian walk is the adventure of a lifetime
Photo by Eric Sanman on Pexels.com One of my favorite things to learn about is the Space Race. Recently, I read a book titled Rocket Men by Craig Nelson. It is a detailed chronicle of the Apollo 11 moon landing (which was real, by the way). The men and women of the Apollo program spoke … Continue reading The Christian walk is the adventure of a lifetime
Taking Christ out of Christmas: Is it really “them” or is it you?
Photo by Jameel Hassan on Pexels.com Christmas is many things to many people. It could be the most wonderful time of the year. It could be hard, full of travel, with a lack of family members who have passed. It could be somewhere in the middle. For pretty much all people, though, it is a … Continue reading Taking Christ out of Christmas: Is it really “them” or is it you?
Caffeinated Christianity 