We Are Reflectors of God’s Glory
…so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory. (Eph. 1:12) So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. (1 Cor.
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Author: Paul Tautges
RESOURCES: Marijuana & the Christian
Here’s another recommended Resource List as you minister grace and truth to others. There are many more list links in the right-hand margin of this homepage. PODCASTS The Church’s Calling in an Age of Recreational Pot (Desiring God) BOOKS Can
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We Are Adopted Into God’s Family
In love he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will (Eph. 1:4b-5) But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born
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Five Ways the Return of Christ Motivates Our Obedience
“I confess my disappointment that so much teaching about the last days is focused on the order of events.” So writes John Frame in Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Christian Belief. Frame continues, In my view, when Scripture tells us
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You Were Sealed by the Spirit
In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit,who is the guarantee of our inheritance until we acquire possession of it, to
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Don’t Lose Sight of the Joys of Ministry
Recently, I was drawn in by a book that I picked up somewhere in the past couple years, When Shepherds Weep: Finding Tears of Joy for Wounded Pastors. I decided to read it for two reasons. First, I thought it
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RESOURCES: Counseling Theology & Methodology
Here’s another recommended Resource List as you minister grace and truth. There are many more resources in the right-hand margin of this homepage. THEOLOGY OF COUNSELING COUNSELING METHODOLOGY VIDEOS Print this entry
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You Are Redeemed by the Son
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, which he lavished upon us… Ephesians 1:7-8 Redemption is freedom from slavery by the payment of a ransom; it is
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The Mess of Anxiety: A Podcast Discussion with Scott Mehl
Recently, it was an honor to be a guest on The Messy Podcast. Scott Mehl and I talk about the complexities and challenges of anxiety and how the truth of God helps us to experience His peace. Scott is the
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You Were Chosen by the Father
…even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. Ephesians 1:4 Ephesians 1:3-14 is a single sentence in the original Greek and contains the scope of redemption
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Ten Reasons We Should Pray for the End of Legalized Abortion
My wife has been pregnant eleven times. Ten of those pregnancies resulted in the births of precious sons and daughters, all of whom we cherish. Do we love babies? That’s pretty obvious. I’ve loved babies for as long as I
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In Christ, We Have Direct Access to God
…let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith… Hebrews 10:22 Is it inconsistent for the Bible to teach us that God “dwells in unapproachable light” (1 Tim. 6:16), while at the same time exhort us
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How to Correctly Interpret and Apply Jeremiah 29:11
One of the most commonly quoted promises in the Bible is Jeremiah 29:11, which was given to Israel regarding their captivity in Babylon. But does this promise apply to us? Watch this encouraging and helpful video. Print this entry
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Counsel Yourself from Psalm 16
Over twenty years ago, I was introduced to Sons of Korah, a musical group from Australia. Since then I’ve listened to their musical renditions of selected Psalms hundreds of times. Their music has helped me to learn the discipline of
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Darkest Night, Brightest Day
Darkest Night, Brightest Day is a beautiful new children’s book/family devotional from Marty Machowski. The illustrations by Phil Schorr are gorgeous and the daily readings are at a good reading level, but not dumbed down (My 12-year-old son and I
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Buttermilk Biscuits and Romans 8:28
Yesterday morning, I picked up my copy of Jerry Bridges’ Trusting God, Even When Life Hurts and read the tenth chapter, “Experiencing God’s Love.” As Bridges develops the biblical teaching that discipline (character training toward Christlikeness) is a mark of
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On Name-Dropping and Being a Servant of God
Name-dropping is a popular way to impress others—even among Christians. To casually mention our association or loose acquaintance with a prominent person may immediately enlarge our perceived worth or influence in the eyes of those whose respect we crave. But
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Christ Is Lord Over All Creation
In Colossians 1:15, the apostle refers to Christ as “the firstborn of all creation.” The word “firstborn” is used in the common biblical sense of rank and sovereignty. In Near Eastern culture, the oldest son received the birthright, which entitled
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