If He’s Risen, He’s Right
Dead or alive? Yes, it’s a Bon Jovi song. But it’s also the most important question we ask on Easter. Is Jesus dead, or is he alive? Is he a historical figure who came to...
When Better Isn’t Easier
We live in a culture that promotes convenience, comfort and quick fixes. But if we’re going to be authentic followers of Jesus, the question we need to ask is this: Does God always make your...
You Can Be A Daily Movie Trailer
Purpose produces passion. That’s part of what we talked about last week in our current teaching series: “What’s the Point? – How to link up your very normal life with God’s very extraordinary plan.” The...
Co-Renovators
What’s the point? Have you ever asked yourself that question? I have. It’s a question we ask when we’re feeling overwhelmed or alone or frustrated. But it’s also a question we ask as life goes...
Your care for someone else can’t be big IF
Sometimes the most significant thing you can to do care for someone else is staring you right in the face… literally. If you want to be a person of love; if you want to have capacity...
Do you make decisions… or reactions?
Do you make decisions… or reactions? Truth is, we’re emotional beings–both men and women. So those strong feelings we have–often made worse by difficult people–can put us at our worst when we’re trying to be at...
How To Deal With “Those” People
Some people just drive you crazy. They’re people at school or work or church or in your family or at the arena. But since Jesus tells us to “love one anther,” how can we be at...
Angels Among Us
Are there angels among us? I think so. And after you hear these two powerful stories, you might think so too. A month ago I offered a message about angels. Since that time, several people...
The Darker the Dark
“It’s hopeless.” Unfortunately, we live in a time where many people struggle with overwhelming feelings of hopelessness. Whether it’s rising suicide rates, anxiety-provoking news about politics, or personal struggles, many people are struggling. But “it’s...
Angels (Their Battle and Yours)
What’s the deal with angels? Does each person have a guardian angel? Do they look like the cute winged creatures we see on Hallmark cards? Why does God use them? What does the Bible actually...