Pastoring With a Shepherd’s Heart and Hands
The Bible uses many terms for those who are called to lead a church—elder, teacher, presbyter, etc.—but my favorite term is that of pastor. When people in my church ask what they should call me, I encourage them to call me Craig, but if they must use a title, I prefer pastor. The children in …
Democrat, Republican, or Christian?
Beleive it or not, your political party does not spring forth from biblical principles. In our current over-politicized culture, it is increasingly important for Christians to be people of faith before they are people of politics. Jesus was not a Democrat nor a Republican and I can assure you that neither party speaks for my …
A Heart For The Wayward
Our theology should always result in a greater love for God and a desire to share his love with others. We should especially be concerned for those we know best who do not live as Christians.
When I Am Smarter Than God
There are times when I know more than God. Well, not really, but if we are honest, there are times when we all think we know more than God. We consider God’s will or God’s direction and we inform God of what would be best for us, or a particular situation, or even for others. …
The Love of God
Romans 8:31-39. God’s love is not only an action on his part; his love is tied up in the very essence of his being. Showing love to creation is not optional for God, it is a part of his nature that cannot be hidden.