On Second Thought Sometimes we begin talking because silence makes us uncomfortable. Someone shares painful news, and we hurry to offer an explanation. A difficult question arises, and we reach for an answer before we have understood it. Even in prayer, we can fill the space with our plans, requests, and promises while giving littleContinue reading “When Listening Becomes the Bravest Thing We Do”
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Performance and Prudence
Thru the Bible in a Year Scripture Reading: Mark 8–9 Reading through Mark 8 and 9 is like walking with Jesus through the classroom of faith. These two chapters are filled with moments that reveal His divine character, His patience with human frailty, and His wisdom in guiding those who follow Him. Each incident drawsContinue reading “Performance and Prudence”
The One Thing We Don’t Know About Jesus
Jesus Christ is arguably the most famous man who ever lived. His image is everywhere. But what did the God-Man from Nazareth actually look like? We often imagine a particular “look” based on artistic renderings we’ve seen, but many of these designs are influenced by the artist’s culture. And while we may be able toContinue reading “The One Thing We Don’t Know About Jesus”