The Cross as the Foundation of Generosity
Giving, a topic that invokes mixed feelings and unease. Just the mention of the word in a church context might cause us …
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Connecting with the Characters: An Approach to Reading Biblical Narratives
The Approach Biblical interpretation should not be a detached exercise in reading narratives from a safe distance; instead, it invites us to …
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The Divine Pause: Exploring the God Who Rests
My hammock ranks among my top five prized possessions, symbolizing rest and peace for me. You see, I have an inherent passion …
Just Do Nothing: The Free Gift of Justification
Paul tells us we are all moving toward a moment when we stand accountable before our Creator. History ends in a courtroom—a …
Applying the Doctrine of the Trinity to Everyday Life
What does the doctrine of the Trinity have to do with our daily lives? It might seem like a lofty concept, but …
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The Majesty of the Lion and Lamb
The Transformative Power of Sight Have you ever encountered a sight that left an indelible mark on your soul? Perhaps it was …
The Good News of a Grieving God: Anchoring Your Heavy Heart to Isaiah 53
Grief is a profound, universal human experience that shapes the contours of our emotional landscape. It is a journey through turbulent seas, …
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The Roots of the Lord’s Supper
So much of our lives revolve around the meal, hunger is the body’s internal alarm clock reminding us that we need nourishment …
Armed for Battle: Engaging in Spiritual Warfare
Spiritual battles are real, that’s undeniable. But how do we fight? How do we wage war? In Ephesians 6:10-17, the Apostle Paul …
Encountering the Emotions of Jesus: A Glimpse into God’s Heart and Humanity
In a world that often demands a stoic demeanor and an unflinching attitude, the life of Jesus points in another direction. It …
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The Danger of the Cross and the Safety it Affords
In the cross, we encounter a paradox that shatters the norms of human understanding—the concept of enduring danger to ensure safety. As …
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God is Safe and Why it Matters
God is safe. Across eternity and through time, the Trinity has always been a community of security and sanctuary. This safety is …
This World is My Home: The Hope of the New Earth
The theme of the new heavens and new earth offers a glimpse into the ultimate restoration and renewal of God’s creation, presenting …
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The Three Mile an Hour God
The average person walks three miles an hour. With a little effort, we can increase that speed, but not by much. Our …
8 Things the Resurrection Means for You
Matthew 28:1-6- “Now after the Sabbath, toward the dawn of the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went …
The Hypostatic Union: Thinking on the Divine-Human Nature of Christ
The theological marvel of the hypostatic union unveils the mystery of Christ’s dual nature—fully God and fully human—intertwined in perfect unity. This …
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Penal Substitution: The Ultimate Act of Love and Justice
Penal substitution, a foundational theological concept, shines a spotlight on the intersection of God’s love and justice. This theme centers on Christ’s …
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Taxis in the Trinity: Divine Order and Mutual Love
Taxis, a theological concept rooted in the Greek word for “order” or “arrangement,” is profoundly reflected in the nature of the Triune …
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Theosis: Transformed in the Image of God
Theosis invites us into the transformative journey of becoming more like God. Rooted in the belief that humanity can participate in the …
Kenosis: The Embrace of Self-Emptying Love
Kenosis, a profound theological concept, looks at the self-emptying love of Christ as depicted in Philippians 2:5-8. Derived from the Greek word …
The Eternal Generation of the Son: Unveiling the Inner Life of God
The theme of the eternal generation of the Son explores the mystery of the eternal relationship between the Father and the Son …
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He is Coming Back: The Hope of the Parousia
The theme of the Parousia, often referred to as the Second Coming of Christ, stands as a pivotal doctrine in Christian eschatology. …
Justification: Embracing God’s Gift of Righteousness and Redemption
Justification, put plainly, is about the nature of God’s gift of righteousness; it is the divine act of declaring a sinner righteous …
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Communicatio Idiomatum: Discovering the Mystery of the Divine-Human Union
The concept of communicatio idiomatum, or the communication of attributes, speaks to the profound union of divinity and humanity in Christ. This …
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The God Who Lives in the Fray
God makes his home in unexpected places. He not only meets us in the fray of life, he lives alongside us there. …