Once again on the podcast this week, we are discussing a topic often talked about in the church, but rarely understood with clarity: the
In any year and in any culture, those committed to sharing the Good News with others are presented with opportunities more than obstacles. It
Imagine Oakridge got a letter from Christ. What would it say? What would he commend us for as a church? What would he rebuke?
Everyone loves a good story and I have a great story to tell today. It is the story of future history. It’s not fictional—the
There is a vicious snake hiding in the grass of every church, ready to sink its deadly fangs in and spread its venom. That
As Christians, we talk often about eternal life, heaven, and Christ’s return. But what will it actually look like when Jesus comes again? What
Philip Melancthon, the great Reformation theologian, once said to his friend and mentor, Martin Luther, “Today you and I will discuss the governance of
In our earthly relationships, it can often feel like we’re on a different page with someone when we have unrealistic or faulty expectations. The
Welcome to another installment of “Well That’s Interesting” (you can find the first post with a detailed explanation of the series here, or bookmark
There are three necessities for effective evangelism in 2021. The first is patience, the second is patience, the third is patience. Patience has power.
The Gospel according to Matthew is written in such a way that it oscillates between stories about Jesus and the teachings of Jesus. All in all, there are
As we come to the conclusion of the section of Matthew’s gospel made up of chapters 8 and 9, we once again see Jesus