Faith to Kill a Giant
All the men of Israel, when they saw the man, fled from him and were much afraid. . . . And David said to the men who stood by him, “What shall be done for the man who kills this Philistine and takes away the reproach from Israel? For who is this uncircumcised Philistine, that […]
Soul Renovation
The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple (Psalm 19:7, esv). God’s Word transforms us. It changes and renovates us. And according to Psalm 19:7, it converts death into life and spiritual ignorance into wisdom. The word law in “the law of the Lord” translates the Hebrew Torah as […]
Gripped by the Healing Power of Christ
The Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the afflicted; He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to captives and freedom to prisoners (Isaiah 61:1, nasb). I will never forget the first time I saw the Rockies. I was maybe eight years old, riding in the back of […]
A Flood of Peace
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:6–7, esv). Peace is the calm assurance that what God is doing […]
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 […]