Scripture Memory Meditation | Ephesians 6:12
As we seek to stand firm in the faith, we must remember that Christ has already secured the victory....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Micah 6:8
A heart rooted in love for Christ acts in loving-kindness toward his neighbors, family, friends, and enemies....
Scripture Memory Meditation | 1 Corinthians 10:13
God will be faithful amid temptation and testing in your life....
Scripture Memory Meditation | James 5:16
God, in his sovereign wisdom, has ordained all things, and yet he is inviting us to participate in his plans through prayer....
Scripture Memory Meditation | 1 John 1:9
Christian confession brings with it all the power of exposing darkness to light, but it does so in a way that does not destroy the confessor. Instead, it heals and restores....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Hebrews 4:16
There is no sin too consuming, bad, or binding that cannot be overcome by Jesus’ blood....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 119:11
Our deepest wish is that we do not offend God. He is our greatest joy and he gave his Son to pay for our sin....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 119:105
It’s not enough to occasionally skim the Scriptures as we might do with the news headlines. We must go deep within its pages....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Philippians 4:6-7
When we pray, God acts on our behalf....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 19:14
The true path to a fulfilling life is to see the infinite beauty and glories of God’s word and then to embody them....
Scripture Memory Meditation | 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Our thankfulness to God is not determined by the age in which we live but by the future hope of Christ’s return and the present faithfulness of God....
Echoes of the Eucharist: Meals in Jesus' Ministry
In Christian homes, there should be a hospitable welcome to share in the death-mitigating bread of the common meal that echoes the welcome from Jesus, the death-defeating Bread of Life. As Christ welcomed us to his Table, we welcome others to ours....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Hebrews 12:1-2
"May we not shrink back in our call, and may we make disciples as we go."...
Scripture Memory Meditation | 1 Corinthians 15:58
The hope of resurrection should lead to perseverance and an orientation to labor for the Lord in this world....
Weekly Celebration of the Lord's Supper
At Resurrection Church, starting June 27, we will begin weekly participation of the Lord’s Supper in keeping with the New Testament witness that is fortified by the practice of the global Church throughout history....
Scripture Memory Meditation | James 1:22
e each have a personal responsibility to God to live out the scriptures....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Proverbs 3:5-6
"We can trust that God can and will bring us through difficult circumstances and make us more like him."...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 37:4-5
"We take ultimate delight in Jesus Christ who is the way, the truth, and the life. Jesus, through his life, death, and resurrection has beat and conquered all opposing forces."...
Scripture Memory Meditation | 2 Corinthians 4:18
As we live by the Spirit, God renews us in our hearts where he has planted eternal life....
Scripture Memory Mediation | Lamentations 3:22-23
We have hope in God's faithful love and mercy. ...
Going Deeper: Holy Spirit or Human Spirit?
Holy Spirit or Human Spirit in Ephesians 1:17? Which is it?...
Scripture Memory Meditation | 2 Peter 3:9
Whenever God’s declaration of judgment is delayed, it is because there is an extended opportunity for the salvation of the damned....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Hebrews 13:8
Whatever uncertainty we are facing, Jesus is the same....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Jeremiah 29:11
"Too often in our everyday lives, we get focused on the immediate small details of what goes wrong, what isn't right, and miss the big picture over the long haul."...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 27:1
"God can help me overcome the struggles that I face so often in this sin-stained existence."...
Scripture Memory | 2 Corinthians 5:17
"Our union with Christ through faith and baptism shifts our center from ourselves to him and the great sacrifice he made for us."...
Scripture Memory Meditation | John 14:6
"Direct access to God is only possible by way of Jesus Christ, who is truth himself, and the giver and sustainer of eternal life."...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Revelation 3:20
"It is impossible to abide in Christ if we leave him standing on the doorstep. We need ears to hear the knocking on the door."...
Book Review: Stewards of Eden
Stewards of Eden provides a careful assessment of the biblical texts, current practices, and potential paths toward a more conscientious and biblical approach to the earth and its resources....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Isaiah 40:28
"At the end of our physical limits, God’s strength and understanding are just beginning."...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Jude 24-25
"No amount of suffering or persecution can separate us from the love and grace of our God."...
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Scripture Memory Meditation | Matthew 11:28-30
"As weary burdened people, we can come to Jesus, soak in his words and rest in him."...
A Baptist's Musings on Lent
Why, if there is any reason at all, should Baptists take interest in Lent? And if they do, are they stepping onto the slippery slope of legalism that will inevitably end in Roman Catholicism?...
Scripture Memory Mediation | Numbers 6:24-26
There is nothing magical about the benedictions at the end of our services, but there is something powerful about an appeal to our covenant God to bless and keep us....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Matthew 28:18-20
Christ’s command is simple to understand, but, as with all Scripture, it takes work to apply it consistently to our lives....
Scripture Memory Meditation | John 13:34-35
We make Jesus’ presence on earth felt and known as the watching world sees Christ’s church building itself up in love....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Proverbs 19:18
Parents must spend time to love, know, and shape each of their children so that they can discipline their children with wisdom....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 32:1-2
This liberating truth overflows David with joy as he proclaims the beauty and glory of God’s forgiveness. ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | John 3:18
We should continually give thanks to God for the work of Christ on the cross to save us from our sins and establish an eternal relationship with God....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Isaiah 25:7-9
For those who belong to God, there is the precious promise that death will be swallowed up, shame will be removed, and tears will be wiped away....
Scripture Memory Meditation | James 1:1-2
As each of these trials test our faith, they also build endurance in our lives as we cling to our faith and hope in God even more. ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Proverbs 12:18
Just as the tree of life will provide healing for the nations, so too can a wisely worded sentence bring healing to those who hear it....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 1:12
There should be no shame in the heart of a Christian to share the gospel of Jesus Christ....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Matthew 6:21
There is a day coming when we will meet the treasure of our souls, Jesus Christ. ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | 1 John 3:18
While our words of love have meaning, our actions speak volumes. Let us be a people of action as we love one another....
Scripture Memory Meditation | 1 Corinthians 15:19-20
There is, therefore, no virtue in placing hope in the promises of the Christian faith or in abiding by the Christian ethic if Christianity is not true....
Scripture Memory Meditation | 1 Timothy 3:13
Whether or not a church member is appointed as a deacon, every believer is called to serve....
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What to Know About the Mask Mandate (And Everything Else)
What we must know is how to navigate the situations before us in a way that will foster life in Christ and love for one another....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 23:5-6
Because of Christ’s shepherding care we, like David, can be confident that God will faithfully love and pursue us all our days....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 23:1-4
The significance of the psalm is that Yahweh is the shepherd ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Revelation 19:15-16
This important book has encouraged the persecuted and downtrodden for centuries and can do the same for us....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Micah 6:8
What does God require? Justice, kindness, and humility....
Book Review: Being Logical (McInerny)
I’m thankful for such a helpful book that will, I hope, facilitate meaningful conversation about whatever pressing issue is before us....
Scripture Memory Meditation | 2 Samuel 12:24
The Israelites were called to obey and serve God faithfully with their whole hearts. This is our calling too....
Logical Fallacies in an Internet Age
In an internet age, bad thinking can be perpetuated by liking, sharing, or commenting on posts with logical fallacies....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 4:7
We must learn to find our security and our joy in God alone. ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | 2 Thessalonians 2:13-15
We have a Savior who will one day make all wrong things right....
The Killing of George Floyd and the Image of God
The death of George Floyd and the events surrounding it are tragic because they all efface the image of God. What does that mean?...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 2:12
Submission to God through Jesus Christ is true freedom....
Motherhood: A Sacred Gift
Motherhood is a gift from God. Mothers bring life into the world, mitigating the curse of death resulting from sin....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Exodus 15:13
The same God who saves will surely lead and sustain us until we reach our eternal dwelling....
Scripture Memory Meditation | 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
It is the resurrection of Christ and the good news of the gospel that we celebrate every Sunday....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Exodus 15:2
God, being rich in mercy and grace, made a way for salvation....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Genesis 50:20
We can rest assured that in God’s divine providence, evil will be overcome, and His goodness will shine forth....
Gathering Together Is a Grace
"It is by God’s grace that a congregation is permitted to gather visibly around God’s word and sacrament in this world. Not all Christians partake of this grace."...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Genesis 15:6
God always remains faithful and true to His promises...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Luke 24:44
Jesus began the fulfillment of the messianic mission prophesied about in the Hebrew Bible. He invites us to join in that mission as we await his return. ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 119:10-11
If we are to find true delight in God as we should we must treasure the word of God above all and seek to obey God who gives commandments for our good and His glory....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 1:20
God reveals through the gospel and creation that he is powerful and that he deserves to be worshipped. ...
Book Review: Spiritual Gifts
In this book, Tom Schreiner provides a primer on spiritual gifts. ...
Shared from TGC: Personality Tests Don't Excuse Your Sin
Personality Tests Don't Excuse Your Sin is a helpful article available on The Gospel Coalition website. ...
The Unchurching of the Church
Responding to the unchurching of America by unchurching the church simply isn't viable. ...
Church Partnerships: For the Gospel
Partnering with other local churches in these (and other) ways requires sacrifice, humility, and creativity....
Seasons of Change
Change can be beautiful, difficult, and confusing all at the same time....
Book Review: Your Future Self Will Thank You
Nobody—not even Christians—perfectly exercise self-control. That is why Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible & Brain Science is so helpful....
Book Review: Your Future Self Will Thank You
Nobody—not even Christians—perfectly exercise self-control. That is why Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible & Brain Science is so helpful....
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