Published on October 27, 2011
I think in another life God called to me be an extreme sports star. To jump large gaps, dive out of planes, or to drive fast things. The only problem with this whole scenario is I am terrified of heights… hence the whole “another life” part. It is amazing to watch as other people are reckless with their lives. I could watch them on YouTube all da... more
Published on October 19, 2011
I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.... more
Published on October 4, 2011
The word disciple is often used in religious circles, but many religious people would have a hard time defining it. It feels catchy to say that “we are disciples of Christ,” but what does that mean? A disciple is defined as “any follower of Christ” or “a person who is a pupil or an adherent of the doctrines of another.” Is this what the Bible is... more
Published on September 29, 2011
Superheroes are exciting because they have unique abilities. Some can fly, some have x-ray vision, some can walk through walls, and some can breathe underwater. What makes them superheroes (other than their wardrobe choices)? They use their powers to help people. What super power would you choose? What if your power allowed you to get anywhere... more
Published on September 26, 2011
The Bible is far and away the most influential book in human history. It always will be. Because the scriptures are the words of God, recorded by men under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit, Himself. The Bible is an interesting book in many regards. It is a great book of history - much of it confirmed over and over again by modern ar... more
Published on September 16, 2011
Have you ever considered the ways you can serve your church on Sunday mornings? Many people serve by teaching a class or opening doors or passing out information or playing in the band. But what if you don't technically "do" anything? What if you just go to church, then go home? Well, you can still "serve" your church in lots of ways! Here... more
Published on September 13, 2011
More than 1,500 homes in Bastrop alone have been destroyed and the number is still rising. Only a few lives have been lost, which is phenomenal, but what are we to make of the calamity that has taken everything from so many families? Life is precious and we are thankful that only a few families are dealing with death - but imagine if you lost you... more
Published on September 11, 2011
One of my favorite movies has a line that goes like this, “You can't lose what you don't put in the middle… but you can't win much either. “ This quote was in reference to gambling but it is true of life and more specifically, our walk with God. He has called us to dream and to take risks. So we do not risk as a gambler or an adrenaline junkie, b... more
Published on September 6, 2011
Ever heard anyone say that? “For the love of God!” Sure you have. People say it all the time - often out of frustration. But have you ever really considered those words? Have you ever really thought about the love of God? We all know that God loves the world. And that He loves us. We know that the love of God is forgiving, great, unconditional, a... more
Published on August 20, 2011
"For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God." (1 Corinthians 1.18) "For the word of the cross..." Inevitably, the more time we spend in the scriptures, the more we see the importance of reading them in context. Starting with "for," Paul forces us to read back at least one... more