When we talk about growing in communion with God through prayer, it’s easy to feel like we have to do something big. We make grand plans. We consider radical overhauls. We set our alarm early, imagining long stretches of uninterrupted devotion. And while those desires are often sincere, they can also become the very thing that keeps us from actually praying.  Read More

Martin Bucer isn’t a household name for many Christians today, but his life is a compelling reminder that the Lord often works through faithful, steady servants—especially in hard times. Bucer’s story is full of pastoral wisdom, courageous conviction, and a deep desire for the unity and health of Christ’s church. Here are nine things we can learn from the life of Martin Bucer  Read More

Last week we wrapped up an eight-week journey through the book of Ecclesiastes. It was a rich and stretching two months - full of hard questions, honest reflection, and gospel hope. Yet, as deep as we went, we barely scratched the surface of this remarkable book. If you want to keep exploring Ecclesiastes on your own, here are a handful of books and resources to help you on the road. Each of these has been shaping for me in different ways through this series.  Read More

Ecclesiastes is a challenging book. In preparing to preach through it, I’ve been incredibly grateful for the wealth of rich, Christ-centered resources available. One of the most insightful has been Bobby Jamieson’s book, Everything Is Never Enough.   Read More

What does it mean the Christ 'descended to the dead'? Or the way some forms of the Creed phrase it, 'he descended to hell'?  Read More

Only a fraction of the present body of professing Christians are solidly appropriating the justifying work of Christ in their lives.  Read More