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The Last Adam and the Breath of God…

And so it is written, “The first man Adam became a living being.” The last Adam became a life-giving spirit. 1 Corinthians 15:45 In Genesis, God reached into the ground…and breathed into the man, Adam. In the Resurrection, Jesus rose from the grave, invited men to reach into His side, and breathed on them saying ‘receive the Spirit’. ItContinue reading “The Last Adam and the Breath of God…”

Midweek Meds | Kids, Failure, & The Grace of God

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Hebrews 4:15 As a parent, I always want my kids to ‘not fail’ in the places in life where I failedContinue reading “Midweek Meds | Kids, Failure, & The Grace of God”

The Cinematic Language of Law & Grace in The Fabelmans

The most explicit reference to Christianity in Steven Spielberg’s quasi-autobiographical film, The Fabelman’s revolves around young Sam Fabelman’s love interest in a Christian girl with whom he attends Grand View High School. Sam (a stand in for a young Speilberg) has just been physically attacked for his Jewish heritage by his peers, one of whomContinue reading “The Cinematic Language of Law & Grace in The Fabelmans”

Midweek Meds | What’s In a Name?

A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold. Proverbs 22:1 This verse is not ultimately about making sure you maintain a decent reputation by setting a good moral example and living in a godly manner…though such a lifestyle can in fact benefit your neighbor whenContinue reading “Midweek Meds | What’s In a Name?”

Monday Morning Devotion | Wine, Grace, & The Kingdom of God…

Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters;and you who have no money, come, buy and eat!Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost… Isaiah 55:1 I noticed an ad for wine in which the stream of liquor effortlessly and elegantly flowed into a wine glass… It was posted near the liquor section at myContinue reading “Monday Morning Devotion | Wine, Grace, & The Kingdom of God…”

Midweek Meds | Proverbs 24:10

If you faint in the day of adversity, your strength is small. Proverbs 24:10 This Proverb has rarely been a comfort to me as it typically reminds me of how poorly I tend to handle adversity in my life. Like many of the Proverbs, today’s passage serves to highlight just how far we fall shortContinue reading “Midweek Meds | Proverbs 24:10”

Morning Devotion | Matthew 12:34

Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things… matthew 12:34,35 Are you a good person? Here’s a quick test: how’s your tongue? Are you using it to encourage, edify, and bless others? Does your conversation reflect goodness, grace, mercy,Continue reading “Morning Devotion | Matthew 12:34”

Luther, Lockdown, Law & Gospel | Galatians 5:23

The week winds down and we long for rest. Let us find relief in the words of Luther as we continue our series in which we reflect on the distinction between Law and Gospel as Martin Luther expounded in his classic lectures on Galatians. Happy Good Friday everyone.

Lockdown, Luther, Law & Gospel | Galatians 5:18

As the week winds down and we prepare for the weekend…and for Spring…let’s take refuge in the wise words of Martin Luther as we continue our weekly series, ‘Lockdown, Luther, Law & Gospel’.

Luther, Lockdown, Law & Gospel | Galatians 5:15

As we continue to make the most out of life under ‘lockdown’, let’s consider some wise words from Luther as we make our way through his classic lectures on Galatians. The troubles of the week have made us weary…may the wonders of God’s grace bring us relief…