Weekend Musings “A man is what he is on his knees before God, and nothing more.” Robert Murray M’Cheyne I have been doing some biographical research on Robert Murray M’Cheyne (1813-1843), the Scottish pastor who died at the age of 29 and left a remarkable legacy of depth, and wisdom, and passion for God … More What Am I On My Knees?
Sunday Musings Watching the Olympics and wondering how different the world would look if Christians pursued holiness the way Olympians pursue their goals? If we pursued compassion and mercy and justice and wisdom with the zeal and passion with which these athletes pursue their dreams of Olympic glory, would Abortion have ever become the law … More What if … Oh God Forgive Us, Change Us, Make Us Different
Wednesday is for Prayer I love this quote form James MacDonald of Harvest Bible Chapel. “Loving interaction with the pastor down the street would advance the kingdom more than suspicious silence.” —James MacDonald Pastor, Church Planter, seek out another pastor and pray with him this week. Go to his place, ask him to pray with … More Seeking Peace and External Shows of Unity
Tozer’s Corner “Prayer – secret, fervent, believing prayer – lies at the root of all personal godliness.” William Carey Let’s pray together for our growth in personal holiness. And as we pray, let’s be guided by these words from the apostle Paul and A.W. Tozer. But as we have been approved by God to be … More The Key to Godliness
Friday is for Heart Songs More evidence of a deep sickness at the core of American society in these shootings in Colorado. Yet another indiscriminate shooting by a young man, heavily armed and taking lives without compunction or remorse. Unfortunately, within days people on the right and left of the political spectrum will start to … More Praying for Colorado and the Nation
Wednesday is for Prayer I heard an arresting phrase from Dr. John Perkins yesterday. “We,” said the old warrior for the faith, “are addicted to ourselves.” Isn’t this what Jesus was addressing when he told us that his disciples must live a completely different life? Matthew 16:24-25 (ESV) 24 Then Jesus told his disciples, “If … More “We are Addicted to Ourselves” (John Perkins)
Wednesday is for Prayer A perennial issue for all believers is dealing with temptation. We want our lives to reflect the holiness that Christ both purchased for us and desires in us but we all stumble in many ways. Here’s a quick three minute video that offers help and direction for how to deal with … More Killing Sin for Our Joy
Sunday Musings I am convinced that when the historical backdrop is truly understood, most narrative texts require very little interpretation. When the historical situation is understood, when the people of God’s situation is unpacked, most narrative meaning almost “falls out” with very little effort on the part of the preacher simply by reading the text … More Praying Powerful Prayers
Wednesday is for Prayer This coming Saturday, I will be teaching a seminar titled Marriage Skills for the 21st Century, at Trinity Church in Watseka, IL. Last I heard there were 86 people registered but there is still room for more. You can get more information at MyTrinity.TV. I feel completely overwhelmed to speak to the greatness … More The Insanity of the Christian Vision of Marriage
Thursday is for Prayer I was cleaning out some files and found this prayer for a community prayer service I took part of at the town center in Bolingbrook, IL four days after 9-11. It was a public service, but I have made a decision that whenever I participate in these types of services, I … More Prayer During National Turmoil
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