The lesson I have learned over this journey is to let your knowledge tree grow. In order for a tree to begin producing fruit, it needs to put down roots and over time the tree grows strong and vibrant.
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Developing A Sermon With ChatGPT
Recently, the pastor of the church I attend preached from Philippians 2:19-24. I took notes from his sermon and summarized the overall content here: Philippians 2:19-24 Many people have self-interest, not those of Christ (Phil 2:21) False motives Not the mindset of Jesus How seen in Timothy? (Phil 2:22) his character Served with Paul in … Continue reading Developing A Sermon With ChatGPT
COVID-19: Provide Feedback to your School Board
Parents: now is the time to provide feedback to your school board members regarding your district's plans for this coming school year. Schools provide an essential service in our communities that go beyond teaching kids to read and write. For many families, schools provide essential childcare for working parents. Schools are a safe place for … Continue reading COVID-19: Provide Feedback to your School Board
The Economist Sees An Apocalyptic 2019
Three ways things could go horribly wrong with Brexit in 2019 From The Economist: PARTY CONFERENCES always attract people with placards proclaiming that the end is nigh, from Marxists declaring that the long-awaited crisis of capitalism is finally upon us to religious fundamentalists spying the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse on the horizon. Usually we … Continue reading The Economist Sees An Apocalyptic 2019
The True Test of Your Faith
The focus of this week’s text from the Epistle of James is obedience to the Word of God. James issues a simple command: “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves” (James 1:22). Unfortunately, the issue of self-deception has been a topic of concern within the church since the first century. … Continue reading The True Test of Your Faith
Contend for the Faith
We started our look at the one-chapter epistles of the New Testament by highlighting the importance of truth. A Christian would point to the Word of God as the bedrock foundation of truth. It is from the Bible that we learn and understand the essential elements of the Lord God that define our human understanding … Continue reading Contend for the Faith
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
“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”
The Promise
The sign of a double rainbow east of Ankeny, IA following a summer storm. © Chris Eller
A Useful Site for PowerPoint Users
One of my objectives this summer is to advance my PowerPoint skill beyond the basics. PowerPoint is an incredible tool, but like most software, we only use about five percent of its capabilities. Effective visuals are a powerful way to connect with and engage learners...especially younger learners who are accustomed to seeing life play out … Continue reading A Useful Site for PowerPoint Users
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