Recently I visited the Colosseum in Rome. This outdoor arena held 50,000 screaming spectators, and witnessed some of the most dramatic, traumatic and gruesome events in human history. Gladiators battled there. Criminals fought lions and other wild animals to the death. Christians were fed to the lions there. Life is a series of spiritual battles. We … Continue reading Legacy of a Warrior: The Sword of the Spirit
Category: Living for Christ
Mars Hill
In the first century AD, the apostle Paul stood in Athens on a rock formation known as Mars Hill (aka, the Areopagus). Just a few days ago, I stood in that very spot. It was a deeply moving experience. My wife and I, along with our friends Kip & Amanda, were on vacation in Greece. … Continue reading Mars Hill
Legacy of a Warrior: The Helmet of Salvation
A helmet protects your head. Whether it be an athlete, a motorcyclist or a soldier, or even a kid just learning to ride her bike, people know that helmets are important cranial protection. In chapter six verse seventeen of his letter to the Ephesians, Paul used the analogy of a warrior's helmet to describe how … Continue reading Legacy of a Warrior: The Helmet of Salvation
Free Digital Resources that you will actually use
As a Christian living in the digital age, there are many free resources available for your smartphone, tablet and computer to spiritually encourage you and help you in your walk with Christ. Here are a few that are especially helpful to me: YouVersion Bible App -- I use it for daily Bible reading (there are … Continue reading Free Digital Resources that you will actually use
The Fruit of the Spirit
When you receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, you are changed forever. Your life is changed from the inside out. It starts at the moment of salvation and continues all the days of your life. God desires for you to steadily grow throughout your entire lifetime, and He will help you every step of the … Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit
4 things that I’m learning to pray for every community
Every city is unique. Every community is unique. Yet cities and communities have many similarities, including similar needs. And, they all have amazing opportunities for good news to be shared with people, the kind of good news that changes lives. I came across a couple of verses in chapter four of Luke's gospel that give … Continue reading 4 things that I’m learning to pray for every community
15 Roles of the Holy Spirit
He guides us into all truth. (John 16:13) He reveals our need for Christ. (John 15:26) He convicts us of sin, righteousness & judgment. (John 16:8-11) He regenerates us (makes us brand new). (Titus 3:5) He leads us. (Romans 8:14) He fills us. (Ephesians 5:18) He empowers us. (Acts 1:8) He encourages us. (Acts 9:31) … Continue reading 15 Roles of the Holy Spirit
Legacy of a Warrior: The Shield of Faith
Life throws darts at you. Every. Day. Sometimes they fly by you so fast they seem like arrows, flaming arrows, the kind intended to destroy you. But I have good news. There's a weapon for that. It's the shield of faith. Your faith in Christ is a shield against the attacks of life, the attacks of your spiritual enemy, the devil. In … Continue reading Legacy of a Warrior: The Shield of Faith
Legacy of a Warrior: Shoes Ready to Go Places to Share Good News
Warriors are usually shouting insults at their enemies. Or they are hidden in silence, waiting for just the right time to attack. But the way of Christ is not like that. Those who follow Jesus Christ have great news to share with all people, even those who might seem to be their enemies and even … Continue reading Legacy of a Warrior: Shoes Ready to Go Places to Share Good News
If Jesus died on Friday and rose from the dead on Sunday, then how was He in the grave for three days?
Great question. Glad you asked. The answer is quite simple when you consider the way that days were counted in the first century in Jerusalem (and continue to be counted in various cultures today). We in America are probably thinking that 72 hours are required to count three days, but that's not required. One thing … Continue reading If Jesus died on Friday and rose from the dead on Sunday, then how was He in the grave for three days?