Original inquiry into scripture, history & faith

...walking back to God


Recent Writing

The Markan Mystery

While studying Acts 12, I had an idea that piqued my interest. Quite simply: was the Apostle Peter the father of the gospel writer John Mark? The evidence, when gathered, is more compelling than you might expect.

On Service

Why do I teach? Because this is what God created me to do. The early church in Acts practiced something that looks like socialism—but the difference is in the heart.

No Other Gospel

Is freedom in Christ freedom from the law? Among the most misunderstood positions in modern evangelicalism is whether the believer is under the law, or free from it.

Hearing the Bell

Do you remember Polar Express? The main character needs only to believe in order to hear the ringing of a Christmas bell. But God does not ask us to hear a bell. He asks us to be still.

A Believer's Report Card

If you've never camped on Galatians before, I'd encourage you to spend time in the book. The fruits of the Spirit are not a checklist—they are evidence of transformation.

Easter at Christmas?

As we celebrate the birth of our King this December, let us not forget to liberally apply love to every interaction. Grace was born in a manger.

A study in Hebrews 6

Foundations

Six sessions on the elementary teachings the early church laid as the footing of the faith — repentance, faith, washings, hands, resurrection, judgment.

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