The Things Unseen

3 Reasons Evangelism Doesn’t Happen

Evangelism is challenging work. This semester I have become friends with quite a few International Mission Board Journeymen (for those unfamiliar with that title, they’re college students who graduated and went directly onto the mission field for at least two years).

5 Actions to Help Busy Minds

Having a busy mind is not easy. Thinking, re-thinking, and overthinking can be paralyzing. Sometimes these analytical assets are helpful; other times they’re hindrances.

If your thoughts are stuck in a downward spiral, try these five actions.

Abortion: Matt Chandler

Abortion must be opposed by Christians. We believers must be pro-life because God is pro-life.

Below is a snippet from Matt Chandler’s sermon on the sanctity of life. Matt is a gifted expositor who nails this issue. It will only take about seven minutes of your…

The End of a Thing

The end of a thing is better than its beginning;

The patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit.

Ecclesiastes 7:8 (NKJV)

“Do you have any words of wisdom about being patient?” I asked him. This wise old man…

Are You a Good Listener?

Few things are as spiritually and emotionally comforting as spending time with a good listener. Sadly, I can count on one hand those in my life who qualify as good listeners. They’re few and far between — diamonds in the rough to be cherished when discovered.

3 Signs You’re Living in Legalism

God created man with the intent to welcome us into relationship with Him. Genesis 3:8 makes it clear God walked, in some form, in the Garden, consistently revealing Himself uniquely to Adam before he sinned. Even after Adam and Eve disobeyed, God continued to commune…

7 Characteristics of Spiritually Strong People

I’ve had the blessing of observing some spiritually strong believers. These opportunities are incredible privileges. Their lives serve as reminders of the power available to all believers through the Holy Spirit.

What I’m Reading — 10/29

Although my seminary classes require me to read quite a few books, I still attempt to keep a few personal reads going throughout the year.

Here are a few books I am reading right now.