The Nativity Story
As the characters followed the Biblical narrative and dialogue, I was encouraged to meditate on the miraculous birth of Christ and stand in awe of the wisdom of God. Continue reading The Nativity Story
Author: Radi-Call
The Stories Behind the Carols
It wasn’t until 1863, nearly fifty years after it was first sung, that it was translated to English and today “Silent Night” is sung in more than 300 languages. Continue reading The Stories Behind the Carols
What is Discipleship?
Throughout history, Christians have tended to emphasize either mystical inner transformation (important) or outer good works (also important) at the expense of the other. To take both of these and synthesize them into a Christ-like whole requires handling and skills greater than our own bumbling efforts. Continue reading What is Discipleship?
Twisted Scripture
As the last note of the pre-message song rings through the sanctuary, a speaker walks up to the podium, ready to share a Word from the Lord. “My text for this morning,” he says, after an unusually funny story, “is … Continue reading Twisted Scripture
“Fool’s Talk” Book Review
Have you ever read a book just because it seemed popular? That’s why I read “Fool’s Talk.” I kept seeing it on “recommended reading” lists and my curiosity was aroused. I didn’t know what to expect since this was the … Continue reading “Fool’s Talk” Book Review
Why We Need Reform
The Reformation In his book Start With Why, Simon Sinek argues that the single most important concept for any company, person, or movement is to know why they do what they do. This year is the 500th anniversary of the … Continue reading Why We Need Reform
Marriage and Family: Article 15 of the 1963 Confession of Faith
We live in a culture where the word “family” is, at the very least hard to define, and perhaps even archaic. In America, we are observing the decimation of marriage and the traditional family. In the recent past, the family … Continue reading Marriage and Family: Article 15 of the 1963 Confession of Faith
You Can Get There From Here
The good news: you can get there from right where you are! The task of preparing for effective, long-term, cross-cultural service is huge, but not impossible. Continue reading You Can Get There From Here
The Five Keys to Biblical Finances
Fifteen percent of Jesus’ recorded teachings are on the subject! Our Lord and Savior was obviously a believer in the power of mammon, and – if we are his followers – we too must harness this power. Continue reading The Five Keys to Biblical Finances