Month: December 2013

“Jesus’ Baptism IS our Baptism”

In Jesus’ great commission, he tells his disciples to be “teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you” (Mat. 28:20).  So, over the last year, we have paid close attention to Jesus’ commands in Matthew so that we can be disciples who make disciples.  It’s amazing how Jesus teaches us everything we need to … Read more

Me, My New Self and I – Colossians 3

Have you ever set a New Year’s resolution? Have you set a goal to be a better version of yourself? Maybe you’ve decided to quit smoking, give up cheeseburgers or even read your Bible everyday. The truth is we all desire to do better, to be better. So how well have your resolutions gone in … Read more

Keeping the Cross in Christmas

As it turns out, the conclusion of our GodSpeak series in Matthew coincides with Advent and Christmas. The irony is not lost on me. The crucifixion occurs during Holy Week, not Advent. Resurrection is for Easter, not Christmas… or is it? For as long as I can remember, the Christian church has complained how America … Read more