It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. I nearly froze taking the garbage out. And that means it is time to think about what books to buy for those who are readers. Here are some suggestions. Book Recommendations for…
Introductory Haggai Thoughts from Andrew Kischner
I am very excited to begin a new sermon series on Haggai this Sunday at the Red Brick Church. My gifted friend, Andrew Kischner, graciously served our church by writing the following introductory thoughts. If you are from our church…
Where to Stand in the Manger Scene
It’s not enough at Christmas time to admire nativity scenes. We need to know our place in the Nativity scene. Studying the book of Haggai allows us to take a wider view of the birth of Christ so that we…
Kissing Our Communities
I sent the below email to our church family – – I pray many are reminded to reach out to their communities during the upcoming holiday season. Dear Church Family, You know we do a pretty good job kissing on…
What is the Message of Each Book of the Bible?
Thanks to Andy Naselli for this post pointing to a 1 sentence summary of every book in the Bible. I’m teaching a course at Bethlehem College and Seminary this fall to second-year seminary students called “New Testament Background and Message.”…
Looking for a Place to Live? Michael Jordan’s House is Up for Auction
As Z says, as you watch, keep this in mind. 15 And he said to them, “Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” 16 And…
What is Biblical Theology?
Full disclosure: I haven’t watched this entire video. But this is bound to be good. For those who want to go to the next level, this will be very helpful. HT: JT
Parents, Require Obedience of Your Children
John Piper gives needed encouraged to parents of young children: I am writing this to plead with Christian parents to require obedience of their children. I am moved to write this by watching young children pay no attention to their…
Don’t Miss Opportunities to Tell Teens In Your Church You Care
I sent the below email out to our church family today. One of our teens is hurting and I know they will communicate love to her. We must always remember, we only get a few chances to be there for…
Can a Christian Commit Suicide?
Pastor Miguel Nuenez interacts with an important pastoral question. This controversial topic has unfortunately often been addressed in emotional ways, not through biblical analysis. Those of us who grew up Roman Catholic have always heard suicide is a mortal sin…