Making and Maturing

Disciples of Jesus

Category: Theology

  • Lloyd-Jones Quote

    Many of you have asked for the Martin Lloyd-Jones quote from our sermon July 26 on Hebrews 4:14-16. It’s from his classic “Spiritual Depression” and refers to Psalm 42. “The main art in the matter of spiritual living is to know how to handle yourself. You have to take yourself in hand, you have to…

  • Marriage as a Taste of Something Greater (in light of our 20th Anniversary)

    Today, July 22, 2020, Lindsay and I have been married 20 years. I love my bride, and usually take time each year to publicly proclaim said love to the internet. She’s truly a blessing from the Lord—as a co-laborer, friend, mother, and human being (see here for more on that). We have had the blessing…

  • Getting Ready to Go Outside for the Sake of the Gospel

    “So we do not focus on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” -2 Cor. 4:18 At some point the stay at home mandates will be lifted, and it will be time to leave our homes. While part of me is thrilled…

  • The Curious Case of the Resurrected Saints

    These resurrected saints are a preview of coming attractions—Jesus’ death means death is defeated, and his resurrection guarantees the resurrection of the saints.

  • Pray Like This

    Using Matthew 6:9-13 as a model, here are some suggested prayer requests for these remarkable times.