The Lion King is about lions; but it’s not really about lions. Remember the Titans is about football; but it’s not really about football. Titanic is about the Titanic; but it’s not really about the Titanic. The Life of Pi is about a guy on a boat with a tiger; but it’s not really about … Continue reading What If Psalm 1 Isn’t Actually About You?→| Bible Study Nerd
“Just do it.” “If you dream it, you can achieve it.” “Believe in yourself, and the world will believe in you too.” “Embrace yourself.” “You are enough.” Slogans like these came into vogue during th…| Bible Study Nerd
Now the Lord said to Abraham, “Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you.” (Genesis 12:1) How does Abraham go from idolatry to being a believer in the one true God? God speaks to him! This in a nutshell differentiates Abraham’s story from that of his father Tera who was a Babylonian idolater (Joshua 24:2). God is the one who initiates salvation, God is the one who calls Abraham out of pagan darkness into the light of His truth. God...| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
The lectionary reading for the Fourth Sunday before Advent in Year C is the story of Zacchaeus' encounter with Jesus in Luke 19.1–10, a story found only in this gospel. Video discussion of the passage can be found here, and is posted at the end. The epistle for this week is the challenging passage of Paul in 2 Thess 1. Video discussion of that passage can be found here, and is also posted at the end. This short narrative account of Jesus meeting Zacchaeus has all the elements that make it a...| Psephizo
How one teacher’s quiet faith lit up a public school and shaped students, families, and colleagues for years leaving a legacy of light.| Greg Stier
Jesus warns against the bad bread of legalism and hedonism. Only the Bread of Life, Jesus, truly satisfies and gives eternal life.| Greg Stier
The President’s Musings Show Someone Open to the Gospel The post Will Trump Get to Heaven? appeared first on American Reformer.| American Reformer
I have 3 rules for preaching; I thought I’d share them with you. These are my first ports of call for assessing my own or someone else’s preaching. There is lots more that could be said and fed back on, but this is the centre of what I think we should be aiming for in… Continue reading 3 preaching rules→| nuakh
VATICAN CITY — Many Christians “need to go back and re-read the Gospel” because they have forgotten that faith and love for the poor go hand in hand, Pope Leo XIV said in his first major papal document. “Love for the poor — whatever the form their poverty may take — is the evangelical hallmark... The post Pope says love for poor is hallmark of faith appeared first on The Southern Cross.| The Southern Cross
I entered the Boch-Wang Theater, the second of three Boston stops on David Byrne’s Who Is the Sky? Tour, having listened to the new album for which the| Rock and Roll Globe
“I don’t think there’s anything going to get me to heaven, okay? I think I’m maybe not heaven-bound. I may be in heaven right now flying Air Force One. I’m not sure I’m going to be able to make heaven.“ …| Aliens and Pilgrims
“I just don’t want to be a Pharisee.” This is normally how it starts. There is a good impulse to want to avoid self-righteousness or gospel-less obedience. But this good impulse quickly gets co-opted by the devil. Whether it is …| Aliens and Pilgrims
The Burger King slogan, “Have it your way,” is great for a restaurant, but is a plague in the human mind. The Burger King mentality too easily creeps into the subconscious, and moves way beyond pickles and onions. The folks …| Aliens and Pilgrims
Recent tragedies have highlighted the increasing danger religious persons and organizations face in American society. The August 27, 2025, shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis killed two children and injured eighteen others. The assassination of Charlie Kirk, an outspoken conservative Christian, on September 10, 2025, occurred at Utah Valley University in front of hundreds […]| Voice of Reason
I have 3 rules for preaching; I thought I’d share them with you. These are my first ports of call for assessing my own or someone else’s preaching. There is lots more that could be said and fed bac…| nuakh
Jazz, gospel and hip hop filled the air as a tribute wall dedicated to the Black musicians of Champaign was revealed Sunday at Skelton Park in Champaign. The wall features 94 artists dating back to the 1890s.| Illinois Newsroom
Discover the reality of spiritual warfare and learn how believers can stand firm with God’s armor, prayer, and obedience to live in victory.| Greg Stier
Throughout this year as we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we will honor a series of remarkable women. For Women’s History Month, we find it fitting to start with civil rights activist, philanthropist, and queen of gospel, Mahalia Jackson. The post Mahalia Jackson: An Amazing Legend of Grace and Strength appeared first on Resilient Sisterhood Project.| Resilient Sisterhood Project
While we run this race, we are commanded to have our eyes trained on a single place. We are to be looking to Jesus. Don’t Look There! I know what you’re thinking. “I’ve read…| Aliens and Pilgrims
Need some fresh, impactful ideas for fall youth group activities? We've got 5 ideas ready for you to do with your students.| Dare 2 Share
True unity is forged in mission, against the enemy, and through hardship, just as soldiers on a battlefield become brothers-in-arms.| Greg Stier
How many of us would have devised the cross as God's way of salvation? Probably none of us. We want a theology of glory more than a theology of the cross. That's why Judas betrayed Jesus and the crowd chose Barabbas. And yet... the cross is the power of God for salvation.| Living Theologically
A posture of humility and meekness is necessary for the Christian life. Afterall, how can you confess your sin and place all your confidence in Jesus Christ (rather than yourself) if you have never been humbled? Imagine a proud man (or woman) walking into God's presence. That's just laughable and silly.| Living Theologically
Trending news becomes next week’s ancient history. We need something (or someone) that does not change, and yet remains true, powerful, and life-giving. This is precisely why it is good for Christians to consider the immutability of God. | Living Theologically
Do Christians embrace the "spiritual but not religious" mindset? Should they claim "It's a relationship, not a religion." The gospel offers a different perspective on religion and spirituality that's worth considering.| Living Theologically
What does Jesus mean by calling his disciples to love their enemies? This command remains true, even with a divisive presidential election coming in a few months. Christians need to remember Jesus' call to love their enemies.| Living Theologically
I currently have three quotes on the wall in my study at the church building. I suspect that this will change with time, but each phrase is a reminder to me and I hope will shape my ministry over t…| nuakh
What if there are factors besides the claims of the gospel itself that are making it hard or impossible for the unbelieving world to accept?| Baptist News Global
Last winter I learned for sure (as if there had ever been any doubt) that I’m not cut out for pioneer life. This revelation came as the pump to our well bit the dust and we had to go without water …| Bible Study Nerd
Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? ... And such were some of you. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God (1 Corinthians 6:9-11). Such were some of you. On one hand, what swe| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Now the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, "Arise, go to Nineveh" (Jonah 1:1-2). God spoke plainly to Jonah and instructed him to visit the capital city of Israel's enemies with a message of repentance and, ultimately, grace. Yet Jonah refused. Why did Jonah -- and why do we| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
The subject of racism has been the topic of much discussion in the culture at large. Claims of systemic oppression and reverse racism seem to dominate virtually every news cycle. Such allegations have even been found in one place no one should have ever expected, the Christian church. Professing Christians should understand that we are […]| Voice of Reason
When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, “It is finished,” and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit (John 19:30). The phrase Jesus uses here on the cross expressed a business transaction completed: "paid in full." At the heart of trusting in Jesus Christ for salvation is the confidence th| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
As youth leaders, we’re called to mobilize students for mission. Jesus gave us a clear roadmap–four mission fields that still guide us today.| Dare 2 Share
A viral Coldplay clip captured a moment of shame—but it points to a greater truth: one day, all will be exposed. But, Jesus takes away our shame.| Greg Stier
Heaven isn’t earned by doing “good deeds.” Help your students understand it as the fuller, deeper reality of eternal life with God.| Dare 2 Share
I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture (John 10:9). It is easy and common to skip over this reference of Jesus to himself as the door and jump straight to him as the shepherd (also in this passage in John 10). But pause and consider that Jesus| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1). There is a well-known real estate maxim that lists the three most important characteristics of any property: "Location, location, and location." This famous real estate maxim holds true in the Bible, as well. In| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
He was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed (Isaiah 53:5). At the heart of the gospel -- at the heart of what happened on the cross to Jesus Christ -- is substitution. It is Jesus tak| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Making sure people understand what the word gospel means is something to take seriously. I have two boys at home, and I regularly ask them to define the gospel. First, I ask them what the word gospel means. They’ll respond, “good news.” Then, I’ll follow that up with, “good news about what?” At that point,…| Theology Along the Way
Of all of the things the disciples could’ve asked, they asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. Be reminded of the power of praying deliberately.| Greg Stier
I spend time in God’s Word daily because I need that reset—realigning my heart and mind with Heaven. Want to build that rhythm too? Here’s how!| Greg Stier
Teaching the Old Testament can be challenging, but by highlighting its Gospel connections and relevance, we can help students engage with it.| Dare 2 Share
Encounter at the Well In the Middle East, Mari was working on a slow night. A couple of ladies came in and began a conversation with her. They shared about the Father’s love, including how that love was offered to her. Moved by this truth, she began to open up to the ladies. Mari shared […] The post Gospel: Relating to the Well first appeared on NoPlaceLeft International Coalition.| NoPlaceLeft International Coalition
Ken is a believer and part of an unreached Kurdish people group. He has been sharing the gospel with others among his people group. The result is the beginning of a movement of disciple-making and church planting. Yet those who are cautiously curious, referred to as Yellow Lights, are on his heart and mind. So Ken […] The post Gospel: A Bold Yellow-Light Challenge first appeared on NoPlaceLeft International Coalition.| NoPlaceLeft International Coalition
Abe is a refugee in the Middle East. He was once a sort of tribal elder to whom many looked for resolving conflicts. It was in his home country that he met Jesus. However, time and the realities of war have caught up with him and, as his health declined, he was rushed to the hospital. The […] The post Giving Life on the Edge of Death first appeared on NoPlaceLeft International Coalition.| NoPlaceLeft International Coalition
How Paul’s glimpse of glory fueled his endurance through hell on earth| Greg Stier
My son and daughter-in-law just gave my wife and I another grandchild, a son. Would anyone have thought to cook up a steak and give that to my grandson for his first meal? Of course not! Does that mean steak is a bad thing? Not at all. I love steak and most people love steak. […]| Biblical Gender Roles
Momentum is growing. For 10 years, Dare 2 Share's championed every teen hearing the Gospel from a friend. Your stories inspire us.| Dare 2 Share
I am preaching through 1 Timothy for the first time and I came across verse 11 of chapter 1.| kraigkeck.com
“Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied; by his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant, make many to be accounted righteous, and he shall bear their iniquities.” Is. 53…| The Light for My Path
Gospel Advancing works, and we have proof! We did the research and the numbers reveal big impact and big results.| Dare 2 Share
Everyone loves a good story—that's why your testimony is so impactful. Use these 5 steps to make testimony a powerful tool for your ministry.| Dare 2 Share
In John 10:16 Jesus says, "I have other sheep that are not of this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd." When you hear these words, what is your gut reaction? Are you offended that Jesus is just as concerned about homeless people a| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Student Grace Wallace shares a unique perspective on how the evangelism culture in her youth ministry became the culture of her life.| Greg Stier
Why the true Gospel of grace always sounds too good to be true| Greg Stier
The verse from faith to faith is an interesting statement. Theologians believe it refers to a viewing of faith in all believers (faith in one, faith in another, faith in a third person, etc.). Whil…| A Tree Firmly Planted
Retired woman walking with a cane| Etcetera & Atbp
I haven’t read very much by Francis Schaeffer, so I was glad to come across this handsome reprint by Crossway, a publisher who continues to impress with the aesthetic and editorial quality of their books. And I came across it while browsing in a local library in Southwest Florida – something that I feel quite … Continue reading Philosophy for the People – A Review of Francis Schaeffer’s ‘He is There and He is Not Silent’→| Phil's Scribblings
Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you—unless you believed in vain (1 Corinthians 15:1-2). Paul's expression of the Christian gospel in 1 Corinthians 1| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). Notice that Paul couches the amazing Christian claim that| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
The Bible is gospel-centered. The Bible is not primarily calling you to be a good person, but to trust in the grace of God to make you good enough for heaven. The Gospel In Both Testaments After describing the wickedness of the earth in Noah's day, the biblical narrator interjects, "But Noah found| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
“… The time is fulfilled, and the Kingdom of God is at hand: repent and believe the Gospel” (Mark 1:15) This was the message that Jesus announced. The people of Israel had been awaiting the coming of Messiah. He declared that this moment had come. What triggered this announcement? It seems related to the imprisonment […] The post The Kingdom of Friends appeared first on GGWO Church Baltimore.| GGWO Church Baltimore
Of the 12 times hell is mentioned in the New Testament, 11 come from Jesus. If we want to live like Jesus we got to understand the hard realities.| Greg Stier
See below for a video walkthrough of Philippians 1:15-18a. The main interpretative question we face from this text is this: Who are those people preaching Christ out of selfish ambition? First, they have some sort of rivalry with Paul. They seem to think they can take advantage of Paul’s imprisonment to get a leg up […]| The Slasher Pastor
This is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent (John 17:3). It is common, as each year begins, for people to make New Year’s resolutions … which is not a bad practice. As we look back over the past year(s), it is appropriate to wonder if we accomplis| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us….| kraigkeck.com
And going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh (Matthew 2:11) There is a library full of lessons in this single verse of Scripture. From this text, we lear| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
And while they were there, the time came for her to give birth. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn (Luke 2:6-7). Jesus was born when "the time came." The time came, not just for the fulf| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
There are lots of wrong ways to think about Jesus at Christmas, aren’t there? There’s the sentimental Jesus. This is the view that the baby in the manger is just a nice story. We repeat it because it’s part of Christmas folklore. The Jesus story gives us warm feelings at Christmas time. Sentimental Jesus is … Continue reading "Which Jesus at Christmas?"| kraigkeck.com
We preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and folly to Gentiles, but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. For the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men (1 Corinthians 1:23-25). Our Very| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Of the three main characters in the story—the father, the elder son, the younger son—which do we each think best reflects my experience?| New Ways Ministry
Now the Lord said to Abraham, "Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you." (Genesis 12:1) How does Abraham go from idolatry to being a believer in the one true God? God speaks to him! This in a nutshell differentiates Abraham's story from that of| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
When it comes to ethical conflicts facing local churches, we need to carefully distinguish categories of “may” (permissible), “should/should not” (advisable), and “must” (obligatory).| 9Marks
Might there still be a meal waiting for LGBTQ+ people and allies even in this desert?| New Ways Ministry
How much of the Gospel narrative of Jesus’s life is generally agreed on as true? If you believe the Toledot Yeshu, Jesus is a very different figure indeed.| Historic Mysteries
Jason Jimenez offers some comfort and encouragement from Scripture for anyone who is working through the pain of broken trust.| Cross Examined
Randy Gradishar—the latest inductee into the NFL Hall of Fame—used his acceptance speech Saturday to succinctly and powerfully share the … Read More| Charisma News
The story of Good Friday didn’t begin that morning. The narrative arc opens many years earlier in Bethlehem, with the miraculous fulfillment of prophecies spoken long ago. The story of an anticipated Savior unfolds with miraculous healings and captivating teachings to growing crowds. But the narrative arc peaks on the night before Good Friday. The...Continue reading| Peter K Greer
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I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture (John 10:9). It is easy and common to skip over this reference of Jesus to himself as the door and jump straight to him as the shepherd (also in this passage in John 10). But pause and consider that Jesus| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1). There is a well-known real estate maxim that lists the three most important characteristics of any property: "Location, location, and location." This famous real estate maxim holds true in the Bible, as well. In| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Though down a professor, the parishioner and pastor bring on another one far more renowned. For Dr. Rosaria Butterfield, author of Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age, comes onto 3GT to discuss her new book. Well, at least she does once someone else’s book gets out of the way! After introducing herself and reminding listeners …| Three Guys Theologizing
I want to reflect on what I think may be significant decline in the evangelical church in the next few years. A few things have got me think...| new-northern-souls.blogspot.com
Feb. 6, 2024 - When I was 15, I was called out by a traveling preacher in the shabby conference room of the only motel in Lancaster, NH. She declared, in front of the small crowd that had gathered for revival, “There’s an evangelist!” By James Amadon| The Ecological Disciple
History tells us men should announce the good news of God's kingdom. But God doesn't play by those rules.| JAMES PRUCH
