This morning, at Panera Bread Company in Greenville, South Carolina, a group of men met together for coffee, bible study, conversation, encouragement, and prayer. The text we focused upon was the 5th chapter of Nehemiah. We were all reminded of the manly minister — the one who boldly proclaims God’s Word before his friends and charitably demands … More The Manly Minister
Jesus is about to leave the planet. He has been rejected and crucified. He has been raised and glorified. His stoop of humiliation is complete, and he is ready to ascend to paradise where he will sit on his throne and fellowship with his own. However, before he leaves earth and sends forth the promised Holy Spirit, he … More What is that to you; you follow me!
In the Old Testament, God used the terms prophet, priest, elder, judge, and father somewhat interchangeably. While God was Israel’s Chief Shepherd, he consistently provided sinful and redeemed under-shepherds to lead, protect, correct, and nourish his people. In the New Testament, God used different labels: elder, pastor, shepherd, teacher, priest, presbyter, and bishop were all used interchangeably. Again, there was … More Evaluating the Elder
Unfathomable Grace 