It Isn’t Over
When Jesus heard it he said, “This illness does not lead to death. It is for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it” (John 11:4, esv). It’s not hard to imagine the desperation of these two biblical sisters, Mary and Martha, who sent a messenger to Jesus, […]
It’s a Disposition Thing
And Isaac prayed to the Lord for his wife, because she was barren. And the Lord granted his prayer, and Rebekah his wife conceived. The children struggled together within her . . . ” (Genesis 25:21–22, esv). Everyone is born with a disposition, but it doesn’t always show up as dramatically as twins warring in […]
What to Do in the Darkest Valley
WATCH What to Do in the Darkest Valley | Psalm 23 While Psalm 23 has become our familiar comfort and provision, this week is an “in case of emergency, break glass,” don’t-miss message. For a time of tragedy or trial, now or in the future, learn today “What to Do in the Darkest Valley.” […]
Running Fool
Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence (Psalm 139:7, esv)? To hear us justify it in our own heads, it sounds like all we’re doing is innocently trying to free ourselves from someone’s overbearing control or from a hassle we don’t need. That’s why we’re leaving this […]
The Ultimate Rescue Net
Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him (Psalm 34:8, esv)! When we go through hard times, we need truths to cling to for dear life. We need the truth of God’s presence: He is always with us. We need the truth of God’s sovereignty: […]
He Restores My Soul
WATCH He Restores My Soul Psalm 23 I like to think of Psalm 23 as a psalm of healing. Just consider God’s comfort and nearness when “He makes [you] lie down in green pastures.” This message was preached to our men in sobriety at Rock Bottom, but also with you in mind. Thank […]
Now Serving
I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ (Philippians 2:19–21, esv). Are you […]
How To Stay Connected to God (Part 2)
WATCH How To Stay Connected to God (Part 2) Psalm 23 I love teaching the men in our sobriety ministry things they’ve never heard before. Take Psalm 23. Whether or not those words are familiar to you, their precious truths are timeless. For a fuller appreciation of this passage, walk with us through the history […]
Steadfast Under Pressure
You know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness (James 1:3, esv). If you could have anything you wanted in life, what would it be? What would make your life just perfect? People have been dreaming up answers to that question for centuries, and have either been doing their best to pursue it or […]
What’s That Smell?
Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. But sexual immorality and all impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints. Let there be no filthiness nor […]