Jesus did not avoid sick and ruined sinners. Instead, he displayed “incarnational ministry.” He descended from heaven, dwelt among men, traveled from place to face, and befriended tax collectors, drunkards, and prostitutes. While other “holy men” kept their distance, Jesus was a friend of sinners who avoided not the wicked person who desired a Savior. Contrarily, Jesus did avoid the sincerely … More Avoid Such People
What is the church to do as her members struggle with sexual temptation and sin? How should the church respond as her family members long to see Magic Mike, Fifty Shades of Gray, or the latest edition of the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show? How should the body of Christ respond to her teenagers and college-age … More Out of the Darkness, Out of the Grey, and Into the Light
Paul is the exemplary missionary, evangelist, church planter, and pastor. He is a type-A individual used by Christ to find thousands of converts and plant dozens of churches. When his earthly ministry comes to a close, a majority of the Roman Empire is radically affected by the beautiful Gospel of God. Paul of Tarsus is a powerful example of God’s grace, and … More Making it Easy for the Minister to Take it Easy on You
Unfathomable Grace 