The power of the cross, exemplified
We have noted that the cross is powerful. We need to be convinced of its relevance, power, and wisdom. That’s …
Previous articles
The power of the cross
The cross of Christ is a foolish thing. The cross of Christ is a shameful thing. The cross of Christ …
Sermon: The “Foolish” Gospel
The “Foolish” Gospel 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 December 30, 2018 Tuesday is New Year’s Day. So perhaps you, like many of …
2019 Bible Reading Plans
It’s almost New Year’s Day. And New Year’s Day means new resolutions to live a re-newed kind of way in …
Our great King and Savior
At Christmas, many sermons, blog posts, and magazine articles rightly expound the greatness of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Those writings …
Christmas Joys
Below is the text of the message I preached this evening at our Christmas Eve service: “Christmas Joys” (Luke 2:25-35). …
Sermon: Christmas Sorrows
Christmas Sorrows Matthew 2:13-23 December 23, 2018 What is your dream of the perfect Christmas? Paint the picture in your …
Sermon: He Prays for You
He Prays for You Romans 8:26-27 December 16, 2018 I saw another article on the topic this week. We are …
Sermon: The Believer’s Great Longing
The Believer’s Great Longing Romans 8:22-25 December 9, 2018 Life is difficult. But you don’t need me to tell you …
Sermon: What in the World is Going on with the World?
What in the World is Going on with the World? Romans 8:19-21 November 25, 2018 It’s quite a world in …
Thankfulness — they said it better than me
Do you have trouble cultivating a heart of gratitude this week of Thanksgiving? Perhaps you are discouraged by your circumstances, …
Sermon: Today’s Sufferings, Tomorrow’s Joys
Today’s Sufferings, Tomorrow’s Joys Romans 8:17-18 November 18, 2018 This coming week we will celebrate Thanksgiving. But those who are …
How great the Father’s love
In what almost seems to be a passing comment at first, Paul tells the Romans that if they are mortifying …
Sermon: Sons of God
Sons of God Romans 8:14-17 October 28, 2018 Many children, if not all children, at some point will ask their …
Prayer and temptation
I’ve been to the Grand Canyon once. I was in my early 20s and was just there for one afternoon …
