Developing Critical Thinking Skills with our GenZ Friends

Remember when many of us were concerned about consuming misinformation through Facebook? Your aunt or uncle shared some “news” that was absolutely alarming to them but you probably saw it for what it was, some “disinformation.” Well gone are the days when we had to worry about disinformation on Facebook (at least I hope theyContinue reading “Developing Critical Thinking Skills with our GenZ Friends”

Building on MLK’s Legacy

“The ultimate measure of a person is not where they stand in moments of comfort and convenience, but where they stand at the times of challenge and controversy.” – Martin Luther King Jr. On Monday we honored the work and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The quote cited above could just as well beContinue reading “Building on MLK’s Legacy”

Favorite Book of 2023 + Books I Read

It’s that time of year again, the time for people to post the book’s they’ve read, to announce their favorite books, and to share with others the books they’ve loved. This year, because I’m working on a new book on the doctrine of atonement, I focused on reading books and lots articles on various theologians’Continue reading “Favorite Book of 2023 + Books I Read”

Proclaim the Gospel!

What are Gen Zers looking for when it comes to hearing the good news proclaimed? How can we meet them where they are at when they’re faced with the gospel? How will this shape how you proclaim Christ? A study conducted by the Barna Group between the months of December 2020 and January 2021 foundContinue reading “Proclaim the Gospel!”

“Belonging” Resource – CQ Conversations

The Bible beautifully weaves together various images and metaphors to illuminate the identity of God’s people. Whether portrayed as a body, a marriage, or a building, these vivid depictions help us grasp who we are. Among these images, one especially stands out in current cultural landscape: Family. “I will be a father to you, andContinue reading ““Belonging” Resource – CQ Conversations”

T.F. Torrance and Evangelical Theology Podcast

Luke Stamps and I talk with Jordan from the London Lyceum about T.F. Torrance and evangelical theology. We cover topics like: Why don’t most evangelicals know him? How does Torrance relate to evangelical theology? Differences? Similarities? What does Torrance think about atonement? What about theosis? And much more. You can find the podcast here: LondonContinue reading “T.F. Torrance and Evangelical Theology Podcast”

Leading a Young Life Cabin Time: Before Cabin Time Eat, Pray, Love, Look…

Eat. Think about snacks. Why snacks? What kind of snacks? Will crinkly candy wrappers and crunchy potato chips be a distraction in your cabin? Pray. Paul instructs us to “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). So when it comes to cabin time when should pray? Right when you start? At the end of the meeting?Continue reading “Leading a Young Life Cabin Time: Before Cabin Time Eat, Pray, Love, Look…”

Leading a Young Life Cabin Time: Cabin Time Problems

Cabin time is such a crucial time at Young Life camp; it’s where kids get to process the talks they’re hearing and ultimately process their response to the gospel. Sadly, some of our cabin times can get a bit derailed. Here are some issues that you might want to be aware of. Keep these inContinue reading “Leading a Young Life Cabin Time: Cabin Time Problems”

New Testament Commentaries Written by Women

There’s no shortage of good commentaries written by men (and also, tbh, some really bad ones). However, we miss out on something vital when we ignore the voice of women as they read and interpret the Scriptures for us. Because we’re left impoverished if we don’t hear women’s voices when studying the Bible for ourContinue reading “New Testament Commentaries Written by Women”

Peter Martyr Vermigli on the Imago Dei – Part 2 – Women and the Image of God

A couple of years ago I posted an excerpt from Peter Martyr Vermigli on the image of God. My research at the time was focused on what “view” various reformers held to. I was interested in exposing that the standard textbook answer that the reformers held to a “relational” view was severely undernuanced. In fact,Continue reading “Peter Martyr Vermigli on the Imago Dei – Part 2 – Women and the Image of God”