Consider the phrase: “Christ who is your life.” Christina and I have found that we cannot be one another’s life. Her life is not hidden in mine; nor is mine hidden in hers. We are close, intimate, and one, but as believers, we discover our lives in Jesus Christ. This plays out in our marriage in simple ways. Here are five of them: (5 Minutes / 1000 Words)
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Everyone needs friends. If you’re a leader of any kind, you especially need friends. You might feel tempted to avoid friendship but don’t. You might be a natural born leader, but sometimes you need to turn off the leading and be a friend...
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What I Learned From A Man Of God
On every other day of the week, Truckee High School is just that, a high school. Today it is a different institution of learning, a house of worship, a place to connect with the living God. Christ followers ascend to it and make the cafeteria a place befitting a congregation. It is time for church.
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Read moreMy Sermon Preparation Process (for Bible Teachers)
Learning another pastor's teaching preparation process has always edified me, so this post is for pastors who would like a glimpse into my routine. Here's a bit of what I cover:
- How I select my text.
- The importance of a book and text theme.
- What I do on each day of the week.
- Screenshots and links of my various stages.
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Read more6 Supracultural Biblical Parenting Principles
This post will examine 6 biblical parenting principles that apply across various cultures, with follow-up questions that pertain more to this culture. Here is an overview of the principles:
- Does my parenting style include trust in God?
- Does my parenting style emphasize grace?
- Does my parenting style cultivate rest?
- Does my parenting style teach obedience?
- Does my parenting style promote spousal oneness?
- Does my parenting style prioritize God’s kingdom?
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40 Things I Am Thankful To Christ For On My 40th Birthday
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