As Friday rolls around, Halloween often becomes a focal point for costumes, candies, and playful frights. For some Christians, the holiday might carry mixed emotions, but Scripture reminds us of a higher calling that transcends any calendar date. Jesus taught us to be the light of the world, engaging our communities with both friendship and compassion. Halloween, with its tradition of neighborly visits and sharing, offers a unique opportunity for believers to practice hospita

Thank technology for the “Undo Send” option when texting! That’s not something I’d ever thought I would be thankful for, but it’s true....

What I’ve written is a personal remix of Chuck DeGroat’s words in a blog. Oh dear child of God, can you hold two things at once? Are you...

In 2019, Kanye West crossed over music genres in a remarkable way. A rapper who never found a word he didn't like and wouldn't use decided to make a Gospel rap album.

It’s not easy to admit to ourselves that we need help. It’s not easy to then go to someone looking for help. Before we go, and as we go, you must trust that person and entrust that person to your need(s).

"What shall we do?" It’s not the typical question we are used to hearing. It’s not even a question you find yourself personally asking....

In the age of endless notifications, to-do lists, and busy-ness, it’s very easy to measure our worth by productivity. But nestled in the...

Embracing Faith, Freedom, and Unity Dear Church Family, As we journey together, it is important to first recognize and then celebrate the...

"Your presence carries with it great influence." "Believers have an ability to permeate things that are unholy." "The grace that’s given...

As a young pup in the ministry, speaking about leadership in the church, I was told that men who are doing the work of the pastor or...

The squeaky wheel gets all the attention. This idiom is also true for the Church. The most noticeable problem gets all the attention. In...

Was it a success? Well, that all depends on how you look at things. I mean, we ended up with a strongly divided church because of it. And...

"We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers. We remember before our God and Father your work produced...

While working at a church, I would get to meet locals in that community who didn’t go to church. I understood, in fact, because of the...

Limitations are as natural as human error.  Or so we are led to believe.  As children, we couldn't even fully grasp our limitations. Our...

The earliest evidence for Advent comes from the 4th century (380AD) while the Catholic Church was combatting the heresy of Gnosticism....

The Holy Spirit gets a vote. The Bible teaches that if any man, woman, or child believes that God raised Jesus from the dead after Jesus...

In 2024, I've come to believe church planting calls for fresh perspectives and deeper purpose. While traditional approaches often focus...

We live in a world that offers countless promises of peace. From self-care routines to mindfulness apps, we’re bombarded with messages...

Life in South Atlanta never seems to slow down. The rhythm of daily life—rushing to work, navigating traffic, juggling family...