The Value of the Long Tail in Ministry

Mention “the long tail” to most pastors, and they will think of the familiar caricature of the devil: spiked horns, pitchfork, and a long tail. The truth is, the long tail is a concept that has proven a very valuable resource for the church, and something that pastors should diligently work to employ in their … Continue reading The Value of the Long Tail in Ministry →

The Law & the Christian [Podcast]

In this discussion, Chris Eller, Todd Stiles, Carlos Jerez, Timur Nesbitt, and Joe Earle look at the topic of the Law, how it is discussed throughout scripture, and what the implication of the Law is for the Christian.

How Should Christians Respond to the Syrian Refugee Crisis?

Here’s what is happening in the last half of Matthew 2 in a nutshell: the political environment in Israel grows alarmingly dangerous, and because of the threat of death and violence, Joseph takes the Child and his mother, Mary, and flees from the hostile land of Israel to the relative safety of Egypt, where he … Continue reading How Should Christians Respond to the Syrian Refugee Crisis? →

What Do Seventh-day Adventists Believe?

The painting above is "The Divine Counselor" by well-known Seventh-day Adventist painter Harry Anderson. Religion and American politics has always proven to be a complicated mix. Religious conservatives like to quote their heroes of the faith of the last 100 years. President’s like Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush seem to lead the pack. Yet, if … Continue reading What Do Seventh-day Adventists Believe? →

A Debilitating Disease within the Body of Christ

Has this generation of Christians lost the meaning to the word "holy"? It often appears it has to the casual observer. Just within my lifetime, and I'm not very old, the church has drastically moved away from any attempt at holy living, from being separate and distinct from the world around us. The reasons are … Continue reading A Debilitating Disease within the Body of Christ →

Satan’s Fishing Hole

“The People Did What Was Right in Their Own Eyes”

In the Old Testament book of Judges, we see a phrase oft repeated, and "the people did what was right in their own eyes." This phrase is a sign of a society or nation sliding into moral decay. They no longer acknowledge God or His law, but instead simply make their own determination of what … Continue reading “The People Did What Was Right in Their Own Eyes” →

Hymns for Times of Trials: The Anchor Holds

While this song was written and originally recorded by Ray Boltz, I especially like the version recorded by Jimmy Swaggart. The Anchor Holds by Ray Boltz I have journeyed Through the long, dark night Out on the open sea By faith alone Sight unknown And yet His eyes were watching me The anchor holds Though … Continue reading Hymns for Times of Trials: The Anchor Holds →

Hymns for Times of Trials: Jesus Draw Me Ever Nearer

Jesus Draw Me Ever Nearer Music by Keith Getty; Words by Margaret Becker Jesus draw me ever nearer As I labour through the storm. You have called me to this passage, and I'll follow, though I'm worn. May this journey bring a blessing, May I rise on wings of faith; And at the end of … Continue reading Hymns for Times of Trials: Jesus Draw Me Ever Nearer →

Quote – Teach Me What It Means to Walk in the Spirit