Jesus Baptized by John the Baptist Looking Forward to the Crucifixion

Jesus baptized for our sins in an act of obedience and identification with sinners that pointed unmistakably to the cross.

The baptism of Jesus Christ stands at the threshold of His public ministry. Though brief in description, especially in Luke’s Gospel, this event is rich in theological meaning. Jesus’ submission Continue ReadingJesus Baptized by John the Baptist Looking Forward to the Crucifixion

Jethro Teaches Theology of Delegation

In Exodus 18, Moses stands faithfully serving God, yet he is exhausted, and the people are worn from waiting. Jethro’s counsel reminds us of a quiet but essential truth: God never designed His servants to carry His work alone. Delegation is not weakness; it is wisdom rooted in trust that God works through others.

Delegation is not merely a pragmatic leadership strategy. In Scripture, delegation is a theological act rooted in God’s character, God’s design for human limitation, and God’s purpose for ordered authority. Continue ReadingJethro Teaches Theology of Delegation

Family Seating This Way at the Welcoming Church

Family seating barriers are not always intentional, but they are always felt. A welcoming church lowers barriers so family can hear.

A welcoming church does not begin with policies, but with posture. When Jesus saw children being pushed aside, “He was indignant” and said, “Let the little children come to Me, Continue ReadingFamily Seating This Way at the Welcoming Church

Jesus Rejected False Separation but Affirmed True Separation

Separation often feels like a forced choice between two unbiblical extremes. Jesus Christ revealed a third, distinctly biblical path. True holiness that separates from sin and offers redemption to the world.

Introduction: The Dilemma of Being “In but Not Of” The biblical idea of separation often feels like a forced choice between two unbiblical extremes. On one side is total withdrawal, Continue ReadingJesus Rejected False Separation but Affirmed True Separation