1. Very Superstitious: A History of the Sign of the Cross

    book
    01/13/23
    24 mins
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    By John Bombaro
    The sign of the cross, according to the earliest centuries of Christians, is “the sign of the Lord,” and every baptized Christian was “marked” with it.
    Very Superstitious: A History of the Sign of the Cross

  2. Unavoidable Jesus: Good News on Christmas Eve

    book
    12/24/22
    14 mins
    read
    By John Bombaro
    Despite our best efforts to avoid him, King Jesus remains very much unavoidable.
    Unavoidable Jesus: Good News on Christmas Eve

  3. I am the Lord's Servant

    book
    12/16/22
    10 mins
    read
    By Wade Johnston
    Rejoice with Mary as she would rejoice with you. Be blessed, like her, with humility from God, so that you may serve joyfully and willingly wherever and in whatever role God has placed you.
    I am the Lord's Servant

  4. Malachi Prepares the Way for Jesus

    book
    12/13/22
    9 mins
    read
    By Donavon Riley
    The lesson of Malachi reveals God’s love for his people. When the people ask for proof of God’s love, he reminds them of their election.
    Malachi Prepares the Way for Jesus

  5. We Know All the Signs

    book
    12/09/22
    11 mins
    read
    By Wade Johnston
    By his first Advent in the flesh, through his second Advent with bread and wine and water and Word, we await his third Advent at the end.
    We Know All the Signs

  6. Advent Anticipation Through the Ages

    book
    11/30/22
    10 mins
    read
    By Craig Donofrio
    When and how did the church start this season of anticipation?
    Advent Anticipation Through the Ages

  7. Refreshment for the Depressed Soul

    book
    11/21/22
    29 mins
    read
    By Bradley Gray
    Help comes for those who cannot help themselves. When we bottom-out and come to the end of ourselves, that is where hope springs.
    Refreshment for the Depressed Soul

  8. Vitality in Pastoral Formation

    book
    11/11/22
    20 mins
    read
    By Joshua Miller
    Preachers and church workers must also hear the gospel preached to them.
    Vitality in Pastoral Formation

  9. Adverbial vs. Prepositional Theology: What's the Difference?

    book
    11/07/22
    8 mins
    read
    By Jay Sawrie
    Weak faith in a strong Christ is still saving faith.
    Adverbial vs. Prepositional Theology: What's the Difference?

  10. The Spirit Never Stops Testifying to Christ: 1 John 5:5-12

    book
    10/28/22
    13 mins
    read
    By Gretchen Ronnevik
    Through water, blood, and word, the Spirit never stops pointing us to Christ, and even more, giving us Christ.
    The Spirit Never Stops Testifying to Christ: 1 John 5:5-12

  11. How to Define Christian Community

    book
    10/25/22
    10 mins
    read
    By Wade Johnston
    There is no true life and meaningful community apart from forgiveness.
    How to Define Christian Community

  12. How Firm Our Foundation

    book
    10/20/22
    28 mins
    read
    By Bradley Gray
    Both now and forever, the bruised and crucified Lord nailed to a cross is our assurance of deliverance.
    How Firm Our Foundation
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