Almost ten years ago I participated in an all church retreat where I fellowship. The theme of the retreat was unity in the Spirit -- having one mind, one body, in one Spirit. The retreat was amazing, engaging, and really made people think. During one of my small groups I was leading I asked a... Continue Reading →
What Is A Fast Offering?
One of the things that is not widely talked about in Christianity or anywhere else is called fast offerings. I have heard the term several times among Christian churches and with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). I studied Mormonism and the LDS teachings in preparation for several missions trips to Manti,... Continue Reading →
What Does The Anointing of Aaron and His Sons Signify: The Blood on the Right Ear, Thumb, and Toe?
And he brought the second ram, the ram of consecration. Then Aaron and his sons laid their hands on the head of the ram, and Moses killed [it]. Also he took [some] of its blood and put it on the tip of Aaron's right ear, on the thumb of his right hand, and on the... Continue Reading →
Backward Christian Soldiers
Is the church this far gone in America? Sung to the tune of "Onward Christian Soldiers". Backward Christian soldiers, fleeing from the fight,With the cross of Jesus nearly out of sight.Christ, our rightful master stands against the foe,But forward unto battle we are loathe to go. Like a mighty tortoise moves the Church of God,Brothers... Continue Reading →
Comparing The Wild and Domesticated Turkey
Urban turkeys wander the Rockwood neighborhood on Spokanes South Hill Tuesday, Mar. 21, 2017. Jesse Tinsley/THE SPOKESMAN-REVIEW There were many reasons why Benjamin Franklin’s pick for America’s national bird was the Wild Turkey. These amazing animals are not like the domesticated turkeys that grace your table at Thanksgiving. They are amazing creatures with abilities that... Continue Reading →
The Importance of Biblical Counsel and Using God’s Word.
There is so much in the Bible regarding godly advice and counsel, that entire books like Job and Proverbs were dedicated to it. The Bible alone is a fascinating manual for godly counsel, because it is God’s Words to us for all eternity. Not just to be read, but to be studied and obeyed. All... Continue Reading →
Sharing Christ Within Your Personality Style
In the middle of 2020 my wife and I were really struggling communicating. Constant fighting and lots of crying, I couldn't make heads-or-tails out of it. Since the Bible says that husbands are to dwell with their wives with understanding, I realized in that moment that I wasn't understanding her. In hopes to make things... Continue Reading →
2022 Des Moines St. Patrick’s Day Outreach
Finally back after two seasons that were cancelled, we were finally back with our annual season opener. Of course evangelism is always open season here in Des Moines, but we like to celebrate and stretch out our witnessing muscles on events like the St. Paddy's Day parade. We started the day off meeting at Calvary... Continue Reading →
How Is the Christian Motivated by the Gospel?
Motivation is defined as “that which moves one toward an action; that which changes, provokes, or impels our very being.” The gospel is the good news of Jesus Christ who willingly suffered, died, and was buried to pay for the sins of mankind of those who would believe. He then rose from the dead, defeating death... Continue Reading →
I Want a Principle Within – by Charles Wesley
1. I want a principle within of watchful, godly fear, a sensibility of sin, a pain to feel it near. I want the first approach to feel of pride or wrong desire, to catch the wandering of my will, and quench the kindling fire. 2. From thee that I no more may stray, no more... Continue Reading →
Pens & Wrenches 