God Needs Nothing – And That Changes Everything

God’s All-Sufficiency and Jealousy About 20 years ago, I attempted what could only be described as a DIY science experiment with wheels. I built a hydrogen generator for my vehicle. Think mason jars, distilled water, PVC pipe, wires, and just enough confidence to be dangerous. In my mind, this was going to be revolutionary—my ownContinue reading “God Needs Nothing – And That Changes Everything”

Evidence of New Life

Reflections on 1 John 5:1–5 In the Christian life, it’s easy to ask an important question: How do I know that someone truly has new life in Christ? The apostle John helps answer that question in the First Epistle of John 5:1–5. In these verses, he gives us a simple but powerful framework for recognizingContinue reading “Evidence of New Life”

Devoted to the Word: Building a Healthy Rhythm of Studying Scripture in Community

The early church had a simple rhythm that shaped everything they did. They were devoted — not casual, not occasional, but steadfastly committed — to learning the Word of God together. Their devotion to “the apostles’ teaching” was not just an intellectual exercise but a relational and transformational practice that built a gospel-shaped community. InContinue reading “Devoted to the Word: Building a Healthy Rhythm of Studying Scripture in Community”