The disciples were in that kind of season. The promise had been spoken. The Spirit was coming. The mission would expand.  Read More

If resurrection is victory and ascension is coronation, then this is the first directive from the enthroned King. And it is not “Go.” It is “Remain.”  Read More

Revelation gives us the end of the story. Not one culture taking over. Not uniformity. But a multitude.   Read More

He doesn’t say, “Win authority.” He already has it. ANd that takes the pressure off. We’re not trying to make Jesus king - He is King.  Read More

Even after the resurrection, the disciples ask: “Is now the time?” Translation: “Is this when we finally win?”  Read More

Jesus wasn’t trying to conquer Rome. He was conquering sin, death, and pride. His throne becomes a cross. His crown is thorns. His victory is self-giving love.  Read More

Now we have to talk about something that makes most of us a little uncomfortable — the Kingdom.  Read More

In Christ, we are not spiritual immigrants on probation. We are sons and daughters at the table.  Read More

You cannot claim reconciliation with God while cultivating contempt for your brother or sister.  Read More

The church is not a coalition of reconciled factions learning to tolerate one another. It is the beginning of a renewed human family.  Read More

The cross does not merely soften hostility - It kills it. The cross judges the pride of every tribe.   Read More

Here’s to a productive, successful, and rewarding week ahead. Even if we do get off to an icky topic… blood!  Read More