Theologically trained, sanctified, Spirit-filled—this is the sacred ambition of the Word of God.
On Better Methods vs. Better People
Theologically trained, sanctified, Spirit-filled—this is the sacred ambition of the Word of God.
Believing in Jesus but Not Receiving the Holy Spirit
Growing up in church, being baptized, getting confirmed (even re-baptized), having perfect attendance Sunday school, attending youth group and summer camps—are not the same as receiving the Holy Spirit.
A Check-Up: How Is Your Confidence in Jesus?
Waking up means becoming aware and alive to the power of God in Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit.
Holy Spirit Story: The Confirmation of the Word of God
The hand of God is always upon us. He stands ready to speak to us in specific ways.
When a Witness Becomes a Martyr
The Spirit of God gifted Stephen with eyes to see past the veil of the temporal and into the realm of the eternal.
Why Those Who Don’t Remember Their Broken Story Are Destined to Repeat It
Idolatry happens when we seize control of the present scenario and attempt to manipulate it to the end of the future we think is best.
Biblical Storytelling as the Warfare of the Spirit
Stephen shows us what it looks like when a worship leader publicly engages in spiritual warfare.
Why We Must Come to Love to Tell the Story
The biblical story, when told in the power of the Spirit, is always charged with supernatural substance.
The Grammar of a Martyr
The biblical story regularly includes people in dramatic fashion, but the story is always about God.
Holy Spirit Story: Spiritual Parenting on a College Campus
Apostolic ministry happens in the everyday work of ordinary people bearing witness to Jesus.
The Secret of the Saint: Why Receiving Must Precede Releasing
Transformation happens as the transcendent God takes up residence in human flesh. Transformation is a gift we must learn to receive by grace.
As It Was with Jesus, So Will It Be with Us
It is one thing to say you believe in Jesus Christ. It is another thing entirely to identify with him.