God’s Word Cannot Be Chained
“…but the Word of God cannot be chained.” (2 Tim 2:9). Paul who was “suffering to the point of being chained like a criminal” knew that the Gospel message was not subject to those same constraints. Even while in prison,…
God Restores and Repositions
"Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time" (1 Peter 5:6). In prison and jail ministry circles, it is often said that incarceration has a way of humbling a person. Prisons and…
They were praying and singing hymns
“At about midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them” (Acts 16:25). Whenever I read this verse, I am challenged to consider what the environment was like. I am…
Therefore, GO and make disciples of all nations
“Therefore, GO and make disciples of all nations…”Matt. 28:19. This all too familiar command can easily become a backdrop to other events in our lives that are more pressing, or at less seem to be more pressing in the moment. …
As God’s Co-Workers We Urge You
“As God’s co-workers we urge you…”2 Corinthians 6:1The time is late.Dietrich Bonhoeffer offered this sentiment at one of the most pivotal moments in history. I believe that Dietrich was trying to convey a sense of urgency and optimism to people who…
We Who Are Strong Ought To Bear With The Failings Of The Weak
“We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak…let each of us please our neighbors for their good, to build them up.” (Romans 15:1-2). “Oh no John, [it] only matters, if it’s your kid.” While I…
How Can They Believe In Him If They Have Never Heard
“How can they believe in Him if they have never heard…how can they hear about Him unless someone tells them?” (Romans 10:14). During a recent conversation a volunteer candidate asked me, “is all of this really needed.” The young man…
And They Overcame
“And they overcame [the accuser] by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony…” (Revelation 12:11). It has been argued that in the absence of a crisis, transformative change is almost impossible. One may conclude, then,…
And God Will Draw Near To You
“…and GOD will draw near to you.” James 4:8. Over the past two months, I have read a few new books and listened to several popular interviews and broadcasts. And while there were many amazing conversations, about a diversity of…
Jesus Is Central
Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God" (Mark 10:27). " (Matt. 4:23; Isa. 61:1). While I can only imagine, I suspect that Jesus would find himself…