BLOGS
Learning from John Wesley’s Rules for Singing
In his appreciation and dedication for structured worship, The Father of Methodism, John Wesley, wrote down rules for congregational singing that are still printed in some hymnals today. What can we learn today from these rules written over 200 years ago?
Stop Waiting to Be Served: Building Life-Giving Friendships in the Church
Friendship can feel difficult and lonely, especially during seasons of transition. How do we build true life-giving friendships? What roles do vulnerability and service play in building community? As Christians, we are called to serve rather than be served as we pursue community in the church.
What are Deacons?
What are deacons and how are they to serve in the church? Explore three categories of service that deacons give to the church.
Theology of Clothing (Part 2)
Modesty is not about following rules. It also doesn’t start with clothing. It starts with the heart. Modesty is an outward expression of humility. So, how does humility relate to the way we dress as believers?
For Expectations, Met & Unmet
The 127th Psalm shows us that all of our planmaking, whether for family, career, or ministry, is ultimately dependent on God's initiating and sustaining grace rather than our own effort. We must hold our expectations with humility, trusting that God longs to give good gifts to His people and has proven it most fully in the gift of His Son.
Hymns of the Creator: Worshiping the Creator in Response to His Creation
For good reason, we often sing songs that are explicitly about Christ and the gospel, but perhaps too often left behind are verses and entire songs that fit within a category of the hymns of the Creator—songs that worshipfully respond to God in witnessing His creation. Why is this theme sometimes ignored or under-utilized? How do we worship God in our enjoyment of His creation?
Theology of Clothing (Part 1)
Clothing is a gift from God that reflects His grace and the Gospel. As Christians, it is important for us to learn how to steward this gift. The beginning of Genesis is a great guide to help us develop a Theology of Clothing.
More Than Waiting: The High Calling of Singleness
In popular Christian culture, singleness is often portrayed as a “stepping stone” into the next (and better) stage of life. But what if there’s a better, more blessed vision of singleness?
Help! I’m Bad at Prayer
Do you struggle with the common struggle of distraction and inconsistency in prayer? There is hope! Drawing from the example of the Puritans, believers can cultivate depth through structured, written, and spoken prayer rooted in genuine devotion rather than performance.
Is Exercise Biblical?
Do you have a "Theology of Exercise"? In God's kindness, He has designed exercise to be for our good and for His glory. So, what is the role of exercise in the life of a Christian?
Daniel in the School of Prayer
When the decree outlawed prayer, Daniel didn’t panic or protest. Long before the lions’ den tested his courage, the habit of daily prayer had already formed his character.
Reflections on John 13:1-30
John 13:1-30 shows the character of Christ in His service, humility, and grace. While there is much to learn, here are just a few reflections on the passage.