By far, my favorite part of the Broadway show Hamilton is when Eliza forgives her husband, Alexander, for being unfaithful to her.
Read MoreThose who choose to forgive those who trespass against them live much better lives than those who choose not to forgive.
Read MoreIf we know God and have received pardon for all our sins, then we must forgive our fellow man when he or she sins against us.
Read MoreMy favorite authors & preachers are all good story tellers. As Spurgeon said, a good illustration is like opening a window & letting sunshine fill a darkened room.
Read MoreVery few things in life are more powerful or liberating than forgiveness. To be forgiven by God & others & extend the same is a blessed way to live.
Read MoreEvangelism, or sharing the good news, is not so much something we do for God but something God does through us.
Read MoreWhen you and I as Christians follow Jesus as we should, we will do what He did, and that is love the lost and point them to Jesus.
Read MoreTo be on mission with Jesus is a great privilege and responsibility for every follower of Christ. We are at our best when we are looking outward.
Read MoreMissiologist Dr. Keith Eitel said with regard to those going on mission trips: "Blessed are the flexible, for they will not be bent out of shape."
Read MoreThis week in our devotions, we will discuss the topic of going on mission with Christ after the lost. What a joy it is to share the Good News with everyone.
Read MoreToday I want to offer you some practical principles for a stronger marriage that Ashley and I shared at a marriage retreat recently.
Read MoreNon-Christian marriage is defined by romantic feelings, sexual attraction, or mutual benefit. Christian marriage is defined by covenant faithfulness.
Read MoreOur God is three Persons in One. In this Godhead, there are roles and even submission.
Read MoreI will focus this week on what covenant marriage looks like. Last month, my wife Ashley and I taught a marriage retreat for the couples of the FBC Sherman, TX.
Read MoreChurch plants are some of the most effective ministries in reaching the lost, and many of them begin in homes.
Read MoreLydia joyfully received the Gospel and followed in obedience with baptism. Her very next act was one of hospitality! It seems it was a natural response for her!
Read MorePassive hospitality is willing to serve others if they come looking for it. Proactive hospitality seeks out ways you can serve others.
Read MoreAn eternal perspective changes the way we see everything, including our hospitality.
Read MoreThe heart posture of our Christian hospitality matters. Are we striving to be welcoming and loving to others, even when everything isn't perfect? ...or are we grumbling about it?
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