Last week in Part 1, we looked at the first three truths the Bible teaches us about marriage: that it’s countercultural, covenantal, and not based on how we feel. This week, we’re continuing our list with five more biblical truths that round out the picture—and they just might challenge the way you see your own… Continue reading 8 Things Marriage Is (and 2 Things It Isn’t) | Part 2
5 Things Every Parent Should Teach Their Kids
Parenting is hard. It can be one of life’s greatest joys and most humbling challenges. None of us have it figured out. As I told our church on Sunday, I'm no expert. I'm a fellow traveler, learning as I go. All of us are trying to raise our children to know and love Jesus in… Continue reading 5 Things Every Parent Should Teach Their Kids
8 Things Marriage is… (and 2 things it isn’t) | Part 1
Yesterday I preached a sermon called "Marriage is" at Cornerstone. It was unlike any sermon I've ever preached before. As a writer, I'm no stranger to "listicle"-style articles. But I've never done a sermon that was a running list like that. I ended up there because as I was studying for the sermon, I kept… Continue reading 8 Things Marriage is… (and 2 things it isn’t) | Part 1
It’s Not a Moving Target! (What Jesus wants from every Christian)
Have you ever found yourself asking, "What's the point of all of this?" I am 37 years old. I have been a follower of Jesus most of my life. I grew up in church. And I don't mean our family went to church occasionally. I mean we basically lived there. At this point, I have… Continue reading It’s Not a Moving Target! (What Jesus wants from every Christian)
64 books to help you follow Jesus better
Making disciples and training leaders are two of the three things Jesus has called me to do with my life. At our church, we invite all of our staff, leaders, and volunteers to be a part of the Cornerstone Leadership Team (CLT). The CLT meets a couple times a year to connect all of our… Continue reading 64 books to help you follow Jesus better
