I don’t know about yours, but my Facebook news feed is often flooded with memes quoting the Bible. Most of the time it’s just a singled out verse by itself, with little to no context. “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13) “For I know the plans I have … Continue reading Context
Tag: Theology
Keep Moving
Is it weird to be excited for surgery? No, I’m not excited or looking forward to the cast, the pain or the physical therapy. Yet as my time comes to a close here at Brown City Camp and the nervousness in the back of my mind grows louder and louder, another thought brings some comfort. … Continue reading Keep Moving
Like an Unforeseen Kiss
I am an obsessive planner by nature. I want to know exactly where I am going, what I am doing and when I am doing it. That might all sound pretty normal at first, but here is where I take it to the next level; in college I would take all of the syllabi from … Continue reading Like an Unforeseen Kiss
The Heart of Judas
In youth group we are wrapping up a six month study on the twelve disciples. It culminates this Sunday by looking at the most notorious of the group, Judas. Even just the name which ironically means "Jehovah leads," signifying the ambitions his parents had for him, brings up thoughts of treachery. We know a few … Continue reading The Heart of Judas
The Don’ts of Youth Ministry
Don’t act their age- When I first ventured into youth work I thought to myself, “Man, I have to impress these kids! I have to show them that I am cool and up to date. To be sure, youth workers should always try their best to stay up to date with the latest teen trends … Continue reading The Don’ts of Youth Ministry
Hearts that Need Redeemed
I have never been more aware of using a public bathroom. For years the only thought I had ever given to the experience was checking the blue sign to make sure the little stick figure didn’t have a skirt and using my shoe to flush the toilet to avoid the cesspool of who knows what … Continue reading Hearts that Need Redeemed
Joy (animals in heaven)
Yesterday we had to say goodbye to our cat. He had been struggling with a chronic illness and was taking a turn for the worse. We had been told by the vet that this day was coming, but tried to pursue other options and treatments before letting him go. I personally chose not to be … Continue reading Joy (animals in heaven)
