The other day, I saw one of those "someecard" things on Facebook that said, "Bibles aren't allowed in schools anymore, but encouraged in prisons." I could not help but think to myself, "That's not exactly true." Bibles are allowed in schools, and so is prayer. It has often been said that as long as there … Continue reading Addressing the Controversy of Bibles and Prayer in School
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When Does Your Excitement Begin?
The other day, when I finished my fourth chapter of my thesis and my wife finished her third chapter, she began getting excited for the end. She looked at me and said something like, "Aren't you happy!?" Then, after talking a bit, she realized this was just another time when she was going to have … Continue reading When Does Your Excitement Begin?
Thoughts on the Cross and Empty Tomb
Ever since teaching the high school youth group a couple weeks ago, I've been thinking the cross of Jesus. Why is it that we place so much importance on the cross? Now, do not hear me wrong. I do not mean to downplay it at all! What I do mean to do is elevate something … Continue reading Thoughts on the Cross and Empty Tomb
When Life Throws a Curveball
Ahhh, the dreaded curveball. I'm not much into baseball anymore, but when I was a kid, it was my least favorite pitch, and I know that is not just the case for little league. In life, it's those times when things are looking good, but then, they take a turn and leave you swinging at … Continue reading When Life Throws a Curveball
Album Review: Kings & Queens (Audio Adrenaline)
While I was initially apprehensive about the new band, things changed when I started listening to this album.
Finding Motivation
Do you ever feel as if you are moving at a snail's pace? Or possibly even slower? Have you gotten to the point where you find it difficult to continue? I'm not talking about depression – that's another topic. I mean those times when you know you need to do something, but it is extremely … Continue reading Finding Motivation
Fun After Nemo 2013
A couple weeks ago, we had a pretty big winter storm/blizzard they named "Nemo." Apparently, we are supposed to get even more snow this weekend. We'll see if it actually happens. In the meantime, here is a short video I put together of our fun time in the snow after Nemo.
How Much Do We Have to Hate…?
Tonight, as I do quite often, I taught the high school students at Youth Group. The lesson itself was on the basic Gospel message. After trying to summarize the story and importance of Jesus, I brought up Acts 2:38, where Peter shares a simple message of what to do after hearing and believing this story … Continue reading How Much Do We Have to Hate…?
Boldness in Prayer
Recently, I started reading The Circle Maker, by Mark Batterson. We are also going through the video-driven study with a small group of our high school students. I have only read the first four chapters so far, but it has already challenged me in many ways. The first of which involves being more bold in … Continue reading Boldness in Prayer
Ministry Update: Deep Freeze 2013 Recap
Two weekends ago, we took 29 students and 8 adult leaders to Camp Berea for a winter retreat called "Deep Freeze." It was a great weekend! Not only did we have a ton of fun, many of the students took big leaps in their relationship with God. In fact, two of our students made a … Continue reading Ministry Update: Deep Freeze 2013 Recap
