by Greg Dungan | Bible Engagement, Faith Formation
Quick confession: I have never successfully completed a “Bible in a year” reading plan. I’ve read or studied every book of the Bible at some point. I’ve had several enthusiastic January 1 starts. I’ve also had several February 3 flameouts. The closest I ever came was...
by Barry | Faith Formation, Holidays & Special Events
Stop for a second and think about all the things you can associate between God and the word “new.” Seriously, make a quick list before reading further, either in your mind, on a sheet of paper, or in an e-doc. I’ll wait. It’s one of those lists that once you think of...
by Barry | Faith Formation, Holidays & Special Events, Life Issues
The heavenly hosts made a bold statement that silent night of Jesus’ birth: Luke 2:14 (ESV) “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” I’ve been parked for the past few weeks on the phrase “and on earth peace among those...
by Greg Dungan | Faith Formation, Life Issues
Waiting experts tell us that the average person in the U.S. will spend over an hour each day waiting: on red lights, in traffic, on hold. In fact, the average U.S. person will spend 43 days over a lifetime waiting on hold. But I think the worst type of waiting is what...
by Greg Dungan | Bible Engagement, Faith Formation
We have an announcement to make, but first, a little quiz on a song you probably know from Sunday school (shortened for brevity): The wise man built his house upon the _____; and the rains came down and the floods came _____; and the house on the rock stood ____. The...
by Greg Dungan | Bible Verse Study, Faith Formation
This is the second of two posts on a faith subject that is short on teaching coverage but long on faith maturity: freedom. Spiritual freedom is one of the most under-taught gospel disciplines, particularly in light of the featured space that freedom is given in...
