The Grand Façade, So Soon Will Burn
How the prospect of burning our fig leaves shifts from terrifying to desirable.
Finding Contentment in the Restoration of Some Things
“Sufficient for the day is its own trouble,” said Jesus. And he was right.
All Your Exercise Equipment Will End Up in a Dumpster or Be Sold to Someone Else: A Few December Guest Posts
In December, I had several guest posts published, including one today with The Gospel Coalition on the benefits and limits of fitness.
A ‘Holy Dissatisfaction’ with Anything Less than Gospel Grace: An Interview with Matt Smethurst about Tim Keller
Matt Smethurst summarized the late Tim Keller’s teachings on the Christian life into a book. I read it and loved it. Here’s an interview with Matt about writing the book, how it changed him, what he hopes readers take away, and whether Keller was a better writer or preacher.
In Heaven Even Their Evil Footprints Shall Not Be Known
This quote from pastor J.C. Ryle has become one of my favorites about heaven.
The Reason I’m Most Thankful to Have Timothy Keller as One of My Spiritual Fathers
For all his greatness, we should most seek to imitate the late pastor’s humility and indifference to fame.
Thoughts on Coaching Sports as a Christian
Recently, The Gospel Coalition was kind to publish some reflections I have about coaching sports as a Christian and the idea of “rightly ordered loves.”
The Too-Many Ways the Lord Is Teaching Me to Number My Days
Reflections on gaining a heart of wisdom.
Moths Have Eaten an Infamous Armstrong Poster
I’ve always liked Lance Armstrong. But he teaches me different lessons today than he did twenty years ago.
Finding Jesus at the Nub End of Jared C. Wilson’s Fraying Rope
I’m not gonna lie; I love this theme in Wilson’s writing.
Jesus, Be Big: A Prayer for the New Year
I’m doubling down on this prayer in the new year. And every year.
Long as the Curse Is Found
Do not grow weary because every good deed sowed in obedience to Christ—even the ones sowed with tears—will one day reap a harvest if you do not give up. Continue, in the words of the prophet Hosea, to press on to know the Lord.
When You Feel Like a Missionary Carrying a Grand Piano: The Importance of Sabbaticals
Intentional sabbath rest helps alleviate weight of ministry. That’s certainly how I experienced the gift of Sabbatical this summer.
Dear Twitter, I’m Leaving You for My Wife
The tiny bit of joy that remained on Twitter was finally washed away by the Sea of Cesspool.
Marriage as a Bumper Sticker for the Gospel: A Wedding Reflection
God’s deeper purpose of marriage displays his love for us.
EVERYDAY FAITHFULNESS by Glenna Marshall (FAN AND FLAME Book Reviews)
A book to remind you of the beauty of faithfulness.
Come to Me All Who Have COVID Weariness, and I Will Give You Rest
A plea for all to find rest in Jesus.
To Lament Is Christian
Helpful definitions from Mark Vroegop’s book Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy.
What if Christmas Doesn’t Come from a Store?
In my favorite sermon from all of last year, I quoted my favorite Christmas movie.