Posts tagged “Bible”
Not lost in translation
I consulted with a group of Christians in the former East Germany shortly after the Berlin Wall came down. Democracy was beginning to take…
Convinced by witnesses
The resurrection wasn’t proved by forensic science. The empty tomb gave up only so many clues. Those on the scene came to different conclusions…
“Good” Friday
“In the same way the chief priests, the teachers of the law and the elders mocked him. ‘He saved others,’ they said, ‘but he…
3 words that will change your corona-year fears
I am writing these words while quarantined. My bedroom has become my new office and our basement card table my new work space. Here…
I’m hungry to learn, Lord
All educators will tell you that it’s never too late to learn. They love growing in knowledge and want to encourage people of all…
Is following God like eating boiled brussels sprouts?
My mother is a good cook, so I enjoyed almost everything she made when I was a kid. But every once in a while…
Free gloves
Recently my two older boys attended a youth group event at our church. Before enjoying pizza and a Packers game (two quintessential youth group…
Exercise your faith!
Every year around this time of year, people come out of their food- and Christmas celebration-induced haze and realize their pants don’t fit quite…
Clear authority
All believers are royal priests of God with a personal ministry to share the gospel with people in their lives. But not all believers…
How do you define perfection?
On Sunday, October 18, Aaron Rodgers earned a perfect passer rating of 158.3. He is the only Packers quarterback who has ever finished a…
I love my tattoo (and what I said to those who didn’t)
Recently, I posted a picture on Instagram that got as many comments as my previous 19 pictures combined. What caused the stir? My tattoo….
Revelation benediction #1: Read, hear, believe
The last book of the Bible intimidates Bible rookies. It is couched primarily in the language of visions and dreams and needs some care…