What if our definition of “peace” is too small? When we identify Jesus with Isaiah’s “Prince of Peace,” it invites us into a vision of justice, wholeness, and restoration that reshapes our understanding of Jesus’s mission (and our own).
Tag Archives: Christian Witness
Reading with Diversity
When we come together to share our unique and diverse perspectives, we create a rich tapestry of understanding shaped by our life experiences. This collective sharing enhances our comprehension and appreciation of the Scriptures. More importantly, it shapes how we live out Scripture more fully.
A Clash of Kingdoms
Perhaps no biblical region is more relevant to the church today than ancient Asia Minor. How did this Jewish sect of Jesus’s followers, known as “The Way,” spread throughout the Roman Empire to become an official religion in less than 300 years? The answers might surprise you.
New Biblical Study Trip!
How did Christianity grow from a small group of Jewish Jesus followers to become an official religion of the Roman Empire in less than 300 years? Come to ancient Asia Minor to explore how.
2023 Israel Study Tour
Visiting the land of the Bible changed my life, quite literally. It is my privilege to get to share that land with others. You are welcome to join me!
Out of Tune
There’s a disconnect between what we sing in worship and the worship music of the Bible. Why does it matter and, maybe more importantly, what does it say about us?
Does the Old Testament Matter?
While most Christians would probably affirm that the Old Testament is important, have we unconsciously “unhitched” ourselves from it? Historically, when the church has “unhitched” itself from the Old Testament, heresy, anti-Semitism, and un-Godly behavior soon follow.
And Your Little Dog Too!
No matter how you slice it, Jesus’s encounter with a Canaanite woman in Matthew 15 is downright rude. Perhaps there’s more going on here than meets the eye.
The Lying Game
For those who claim to be followers of God, what obligation do we have to establish our social media posts’ truthfulness? Is the fact it aligns with our beliefs the only necessary condition for truth? At what point does the profession of our “belief” cross into the realm of lying?
The Blame Game
In the face of suffering, sickness, and death, it’s natural to look for a cause. Why is this happening to us? We want to figure out who or what is responsible so that we can understand how to make things right. We are not unique in this regard. Humans, from the dawn of their existence, have sought to make sense of the world and do whatever they could to control it. But is this how the world works?
Stepping into the Jordan 