Essential Unity: The Necessity of Theological Triage
One of the defining traits that Jesus said would be true of his followers was their love for one another (John 13:35). Unfortunately, that love is not always evident in…
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If God Knows Everything, Why Do We Pray?
If you’ve struggled with this question, you’re not alone. Many Christians find prayer awkward and difficult. Prayer can and should be very meaningful and encouraging in the life of a…
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If You Don’t Love the Church, You Probably Don’t Love Jesus
Soon after I got married, I had the privilege of traveling with my wife Becca to Knoxville, TN to watch her play Alto Sax in the University of Tennessee Alumni…
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Why You Should Sing Songs You Don’t Like
It should go without saying that worship gatherings are about God. However, many Christians have taken something that is supposed to be about God and have made it about themselves…
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Singing New Songs for the Future of the Church
Singing new songs is important. The Psalmists repeatedly called for people to “Sing to the LORD a new song.”[note]This theme can be found in Psalms 33, 40, 96, 98, and…
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The God-Man, Part 3
It has been said that the cradle of Christ lies in the shadow of the cross. Jesus himself declared that the purpose of his coming was to “give his life…
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The God-Man, Part 2
For Christians, the birth of Jesus lies at the heart of the Christmas celebration. However, Scripture does not ever actually make a claim as to when Jesus was born. Scholars…
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The God-Man, Part 1
Imagine this scene with me: you’re at the annual Christmas pageant at a local Christian school. The children’s choir is singing “Away in a Manger” as the newborn standing in…
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