There was a major shift in thinking that has contributed to the polarized times we live in right now. Sometime in the 1990s, truth became relative. What do I mean by that? For a very long time, we could agree on what is true for everyone and there was very little discussion about these truths….
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Romans 12:9 Words to live by from Saint Paul. It is good to authentically and deeply love others. It is commendable to cling to what is good and who is good in this life. Even hating the evil in this life can…
Jesus loves everyone (period, end of sentence). Jesus accepts and welcomes everyone who comes seeking connection (no exclusions apply). Jesus freely absolves us from our brokenness, shortcomings and the dumb stuff we do (without guilt and shame). Yet, most of the world doesn’t know this. Your neighbors do not know this. Your friends do not…
This past weekend, I shared a on message about Ruth, specifically chapter two of the book named after her in the Old Testament. A part of my sermon addressed our own personal reputations. I asked this question, What is your reputation? What are you known for? How would someone describe you? Whether we like it…
