How the quality of your work creates a picture of Jesus – 1 Thessalonians 4:11–12; 5:14, Part 3

This week in our study of 1 Thessalonians, we are learning what the Apostle Paul teaches about work. In the previous post, we studied Paul’s principle of working hard. That principle of hard work, Paul says, is for a very important reason.   Notice in verse 12 that working hard and not being dependent onContinue reading “How the quality of your work creates a picture of Jesus – 1 Thessalonians 4:11–12; 5:14, Part 3”

What would it look like for you to sacrifice to God in a way that will demonstrate your trust in him? – 2 Samuel 24, Part 5

I had a spiritual direction appointment this week, and my spiritual director was asking about my upcoming sabbatical, which will be in August through October.  He asked what I was going to do, and if I had a sabbatical theme.  I had to admit to my spiritual director that I do not have a themeContinue reading “What would it look like for you to sacrifice to God in a way that will demonstrate your trust in him? – 2 Samuel 24, Part 5”

Introducing ancient superheroes of the Bible – 2 Samuel 23:8–39, Preview

This week I’m celebrating the publication of my book.  While there is no doubt that the process of writing is often a solo endeavor, the reality is that a book cannot come to fruition without a lot of people supporting, encouraging and advising the writer.  That team approach is certainly true of my book, whichContinue reading “Introducing ancient superheroes of the Bible – 2 Samuel 23:8–39, Preview”