Author

  1. Be Still, Not Lukewarm

    book
    11/04/21
    1 min
    By Katie Koplin | Gretchen Ronnevik
    Gretchen and Katie start to tackle out of context verses. These verses are commonly quoted, whether they are from signs, devotionals, motivational talks, or conversation, but without the context that makes sense of them.
    Be Still, Not Lukewarm

  2. Jesus and the crumb-y dog-woman

    book
    10/22/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Jesus came not only for the sheep, but apparently for the dogs as well. You won't believe what happens when she asks for a favor.
    Jesus and the crumb-y dog-woman

  3. Clean hands but a dirty heart

    book
    10/15/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Tradition in service of the gospel is good. Demanding the gospel serve tradition shows the filth of your heart.
    Clean hands but a dirty heart

  4. Kerplunk!

    book
    10/08/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Jesus proves His divinity by not only being master over creation, but in being master of life and death. Peter proves both his faith and faithlessness by putting his eyes on Jesus and then immediately taking them back off.
    Kerplunk!

  5. Justice and Fairness

    book
    10/04/21
    1 min
    By Caleb Keith | Steven Paulson
    Dr. Paulson continues working through Paul's use of Exodus in his letter to the Romans.
    Justice and Fairness

  6. Dinner rolls for all!

    book
    10/01/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    One one level, Jesus does an impressive work of feeding 5,000+ with just a few rolls and some fish. But on a deeper level, we see Jesus preparing the eternal feast for you.
    Dinner rolls for all!

  7. Emotions and Logic in Faith

    book
    09/22/21
    2 mins
    By Katie Koplin | Gretchen Ronnevik
    It's easy to look at our faith through an emotional lens. Are you on an emotional high, or an emotional low? Are you on a mountaintop, or are things silent in the valley? What happens to your faith when you aren't "feeling it."
    Emotions and Logic in Faith

  8. A thesaurus of good margaritas

    book
    09/17/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Craig and Troy riff on rapid-fire parables, and Jesus trains us for the Kingdom. Go back and check out our series on parables at https://tinyurl.com/y7h8hjve
    A thesaurus of good margaritas

  9. Romans Chapter Four and Abraham

    book
    09/06/21
    1 min
    By Caleb Keith | Steven Paulson
    Dr. Paulson continues to talk about trial by observing the different ways the story of Abraham has been taught.
    Romans Chapter Four and Abraham

  10. Sow what?

    book
    09/03/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Sow, Jesus seeds a parable and a pun, and lettuce understand. But when the corn grows, what ears hear and what ears don't?
    Sow what?

  11. Life Together

    book
    07/30/21
    1 min
    By Katie Koplin | Gretchen Ronnevik
    Christian community is often described as the activity and programs going on at the church. Many people will join a church for the sake of having a tight knit community. But what does Christian community mean?
    Life Together

  12. You want me to . . . what?

    book
    07/09/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Jesus sends out His Twelve Sent-Ones on their first mission. Why does He give them the instructions that He gives . . . and what's up with the staff?
    You want me to . . . what?