Pursuing Peace
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God. These words of Jesus still ring like counter-cultural absurdities in chaotic times just as they did when he first said them. But in a time of unrest, where else will this peace come from?…
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Prioritizing Purity
We live in a culture that has forgotten how to blush. The prophet Jeremiah said that about his people during his time, but I am pretty confident we can say the same thing now. As our standards slip, we find ourselves in a world cherishing sin like a virtue. …
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Offering Mercy
We have almost arrived at a new year. It's a chance for new beginnings, but if we aren't careful, we will carry 2020's issues into 2021's days. It's been quite the year for us all. In the midst of all the stress, you've probably been hurt as well. How can you find relational peace? It's time to go the 2nd mile in offering mercy.…
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Helpful Hungers
Our cravings often direct our lives. Whatever we want most of all, whatever we think about most often, and whatever creates in us the deepest hunger will be the central directive in our lives. Have you ever considered how deep your hunger is for spiritual matters?…
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Strong Meekness
I grew up in a culture that teaches young men that nice guys finish last. If you want to find your way in this world, you have to trail blaze yourself to that reality. What we now see is a society plagued by millions of people trying to get ahead of each other. It's time to go the second mile in developing strong meekness.…
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Meaningful Mourning
What causes you to be emotional? Is it sappy music or heart-stirring films? Do you get weepy at moving stories or happy reunions? Maybe you rarely feel emotions at all. What if I were to tell you that following Jesus should incorporate emotions?…
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Spiritual Bankruptcy
We are taught to be strong. We are taught to have it all together. And if we are deficient, act like you are not. It's the way we've always been taught, and it's killing us. The strength we need is often in admitting our weakness. It's time to go the second mile in acknowledging your spiritual bankruptcy.…
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How to Have a Peaceful Family Gathering
We are on the verge of one of my favorite times of year - it is the Thanksgiving long weekend. Regardless of your specific traditions, these days are often characterized by food, family, and football, but for many of us, it's also known for frustration. It's time to go the second mile in having a peaceful family gathering.…
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Focus on What You Can Control
We often obsess over things of which are not within our control. The concerns that occupy our minds are normally situations we can't even influence. We can't make changes regarding political policy, pandemic protocols, or worldwide worries. What can we do? It's time to go the second mile focusing on what you can control.…
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Praying for National Leaders
Over a week after the election for President of the United States, much of the country still feels in limbo. With one side claiming victory and the other side refusing to concede, this process may continue for quite some time. Don't feel helpless or hopeless. It's time to go the second mile in praying for national leaders.…
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Waiting for the Election Results
If you stayed up late last night hoping to learn the status of the presidential election, you woke up with two realizations: you're tired and we still don't know anything. With tensions high now and people on alert, how should Christians respond? …
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Identifying the Government’s Role
The United States of America is less than one week away from the polls closing on the 2020 election. Depending upon who wins, the administration will go in one of two very polarized directions. To what level should a Christian expect or desire?…
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