We started our journey through Philippians talking about grace. We should end with it as well. Grace is a theme throughout the Word of God; we should meditate on it more than we should. We often forget or minimize grace. God’s grace saves and sustains the believer. We apply this grace through faith. This graceContinue reading “MWM: Bookends of Grace”
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Jesus Follower, Husband, Father, Son, Pastor, Teacher, Disciple-maker, Bookworm, Cornhusker
MWM: We Will Survive
Throughout history, whenever a country fails that had been opposed to God, we hear stories of Christians that had permeated every level of government and a church that had gone underground and was thriving. It amazes the people that seek to destroy the work of God. But it shouldn’t. Even in a government that wasContinue reading “MWM: We Will Survive”
MWM: Be Holy
Christian-you are holy; you are set apart; you belong to Christ. Don’t ever forget that. In this unholy world, we are surrounded by activities and attention-seeking demands that want to pull us away from Christ. I know it is a cliché, but we are to be IN the world, not OF the world. When weContinue reading “MWM: Be Holy”
MWM: Ultimate Glory
Why are you here? Why are you still breathing? Why do you have a pulse? Simple answer: God isn’t done with you! Whether you believe in Him or not, He is real, and He knows you. You still exist because your mission of giving all glory to God isn’t done yet. Whether you’ve been walkingContinue reading “MWM: Ultimate Glory”
MWM: I Need, I Want
I love my daughters and look forward to the challenge of raising kingdom princesses. They are gifted in different areas. One similarity they have, though, is the confusion of needs and wants. C is always saying how she “needs” candy, soda, or anything with sugar. E is always grunting and pointing at whatever toy CContinue reading “MWM: I Need, I Want”
MWM: Sweet-smelling Sacrifices
Imagine being in prison or on house arrest and still having to provide your meals. You aren’t given three square meals a day, you don’t have utilities paid for, no free gym membership, and you have to pay rent even though you have no means of generating income. I’m not trying to make today’s prison’sContinue reading “MWM: Sweet-smelling Sacrifices”
MWM: Send it Ahead
Perhaps you have heard, “You can’t take it with you” or “You don’t ever see a hearse pulling a trailer.” These are common sayings to help you focus on what matters. You are not able to take anything you own into the afterlife. This is partially true. You can send things ahead! When you giveContinue reading “MWM: Send it Ahead”
MWM: Repeated Generosity
Anytime there is a natural disaster or an atrocity on the planet, we quickly send help and gifts. Whether it is a tornado in Missouri, a hurricane in the gulf, a tsunami halfway around the globe, an earthquake in California, or terrorist attacks in New York or London, we provide help. I often wonder whatContinue reading “MWM: Repeated Generosity”
MWM: Theology of Wealth
The church only talks about money! The church is money hungry! The church doesn’t care about me; they only want my money! As a pastor, I’ve heard these numerous times, and this short devotional isn’t the time to give a profound theology of wealth. I will say that Jesus spent more time talking about materialContinue reading “MWM: Theology of Wealth”
MWM: Don’t be a Ninja
I heard a new phrase the other day: “Ninja Christians.” These are folks who are there on Sunday, but you don’t hear from them throughout the week. You may know who they are, but they are secretive and elusive. While some like to blend in, and remaining anonymous for a season is beneficial, this isContinue reading “MWM: Don’t be a Ninja”
