Family devotions (or sometimes called Family Worship) is a daunting task for husbands and fathers. If we are honest, few things conjure up dread in most men than the idea of leading family worship. Sure, some men naturally lead well and enjoy their role in leading family worship, but if you are like me, the … Continue reading The hard job of being a husband and/or father.
Leadership Lessons from Peter – pt.3
This is part 3 in our series on leadership lessons from Peter. You can read part one here and part two here. The next lesson in leadership from Peter is: The importance of a deep conviction about truth. No one can argue that Peter lacked passion. By all accounts, Peter was a man of deep … Continue reading Leadership Lessons from Peter – pt.3
Leadership Lessons from Peter – pt.2
I started a series of leadership lessons from Peter a couple of weeks ago. You can read the first lesson here. The next lesson from Peter is: Leaders ask questions. When searching for a leader, John MacArthur encourages looking for a person who asks a lot of questions.[1]Peter was definitely a man who asked a … Continue reading Leadership Lessons from Peter – pt.2
Are you a CPS?
(I know I started a series on leadership lessons from Peter last week and said they would continue over the next few posts. However, I wanted to share two statements from a podcast I recently heard. Lessons from Peter will return soon. I promise.) I don’t consider myself a natural leader. You know those types, … Continue reading Are you a CPS?
Learning from Peter – pt. 1
I plan to share some leadership lessons from the life of Peter over the next few blog posts. The first lesson from Peter is: A willingness to learn and change. For all of his brashness and boldness, Peter was willing to learn and change. This humility made him one of the best leaders we can emulate … Continue reading Learning from Peter – pt. 1
Clapping in church…or at least nodding your head (and dozing does not count).
I’m currently reading Andrew Peterson’s new book, Adorning the Dark. It is a fascinating inside look into his songwriting process and the journey he has been on the past couple of decades. I have been amazed at how much I am relating to his songwriting process. I’m amazed because if you know me at all, you … Continue reading Clapping in church…or at least nodding your head (and dozing does not count).
Rowing Alone
My father bought a small 14’ aluminum fishing boat when I was a boy. I remember it had a 20-horse outboard motor on it so it could move pretty fast on the calm waters of Lake St. Clair in Michigan. I loved sitting in the bow when dad would crank up the throttle and feel … Continue reading Rowing Alone
Church History Snapshot – Ulrich Zwingli
One cannot think of the Swiss Reformation without Ulrich Zwingli (1484-1531). A son of a prosperous farmer and magistrate, Zwingli became a disciple of Erasmus at an early age. While studying theology at the University of Basel, one of his professors, Thomas Wyttenbach (1472-1526), greatly influenced Zwingli. Wyttenbach had publicly attacked the abuse of indulgences … Continue reading Church History Snapshot – Ulrich Zwingli
Sabbath Rest
My wife and I listened to a sermon yesterday about Sabbath rest. Here is the link to the sermon if you are interested in listening to it as well. I highly recommend it. If you do listen to it, you will find helpful reminders about what Sabbath is, why we need it, and how to … Continue reading Sabbath Rest
“I’m no theologian…”
I’ve had plenty of people say that to me in the course of a conversation. When that happens, I (sometimes successfully) try to suppress the urge to interrupt them and say, “Ah, but you are a theologian!” Theology is simply the attempt to understand what God has revealed about Himself. It is the study of … Continue reading “I’m no theologian…”
