The Savior Who Stoops
Imagine this scene. You’re dying. The diagnosis has arrived, and it’s grim—days left, pain...
The Rare Jewel That Money Can’t Buy
How does your soul handle change? Not just the negative kind — but even the moments when your dreams come true. Whether your portfolio...
Ground Rules for Gospel Greatness
On Alexander the Great’s tombstone, the words are (allegedly) written: “A tomb now suffices for him for whom the world was not...
God Shatters Your Jar
The first time I preached as a lead pastor, my hopes were through the roof. With all humility (I...
Welcome to 2026: A Better Life Than You Deserve
I once knew a guy who always answered the question, “How are you doing?” with the rejoinder “Better than I deserve.” Four little...
A Year of Fruit—and Some Unexpected Opportunities!
Friends, When you’ve been in vocational ministry for forty years, you start to evaluate fruit differently. Some years the fruit ripens...
How the Gospel Reclaims the Joy of Leadership
Do you want to enjoy leading? Zealously pursue God’s glory. Do hard things. But don’t just...
More Lessons on Dealing with Broken Relationships
Broken relationships and international politics often share striking similarities. Both require clarity, sometimes even courage. The...
Forget Alexander, I’m Dave the Great!
Forget Alexander, I’m Dave the Great! Dr. Suess has a wacky little tale in which the witless Mrs. McCave has twenty-three sons (Dr. Suess...
Leaders, To Motivate People You Must Know What They Love
It’s a simple, but wholly transformational principle. We pursue what we treasure. All...





