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Why Faith Still Matters When You Feel Done With Church
What do you do when church no longer feels safe or honest but faith still matters to you. This article explores doubt, church disappointment, and the prayer “I believe, help my unbelief” as a way forward for those still drawn to Jesus.
The Corporate Church Problem Nobody's Talking About
Why do so many churches feel unsafe? After 25 years inside the church, I believe most church hurt comes from how power gets used, and how we got here matters.
How to Read the Bible Without Guilt, Fear, or a Checklist
If reading the Bible has felt like a chore you keep failing at, you're not alone. Here's a slower way to read it, as one big story, and without the guilt.
Looking Back on 2025. And Why 2026 Matters More Than Ever.
A reflective look back on 2025 and a hopeful vision for 2026. An honest exploration of faith, doubt, church hurt, and creating space for thoughtful questions about the Bible and Jesus.
Why Did Jesus Come? Christmas as a Story of New Creation
Why did Jesus come at Christmas? This article explores the biblical story of Jesus’ birth as God’s act of new creation, tracing Genesis, the Gospels, and what it means for the world today.
Why Did Jesus Really Come?
Many people believe Jesus came mainly to secure personal salvation, but the Bible tells a much larger story. This article explores why Jesus came, how the kingdom of God reframes the Christmas story, and what it means to participate in God’s renewing work on earth. Ideal for the spiritually curious, skeptics, seekers, and anyone rethinking faith through a deeper biblical lens.
Philippians 2:6-11: What an Ancient Christian Poem Reveals About Jesus and Us
Long before anyone wrote a creed, Christians were singing a poem about a King who let go of power. Philippians 2 shows us who Jesus is, and who he is making us into.
Thinking Like the Messiah. What Paul Believed About Life After Death and Why It Still Matters
What does it mean to think like the Messiah. And what did Paul actually believe would happen the moment he died. In this deep dive into Philippians, we explore how Paul teaches his community to adopt the mind of Christ, how the gospel grows through weakness rather than power, and why your life still has meaningful work to do. We look closely at Pauls surprising comments about death, what he expected after dying, and how that connects to resurrection and new creation.
What It Really Means to Be a Servant of Jesus. A Fresh Look at Philippians 1
There is a question many of us carry but rarely say out loud. What does it actually look like to be a servant of Jesus. Not in the overly religious sense that gets shaped by church culture, but in the way the earliest Christians understood it. That question sits right at the front of the letter to the Philippians and it is one of the reasons this ancient writing still has something to say to people who are spiritually curious and unsure how faith works in real life.
Lydia of Philippi and the Background of Philippians: How a First Century Church Began
Before you read Philippians, you have to meet the people Paul was writing to. A businesswoman from Thyatira, a jailer with a sword in his hand, and a girl nobody bothered to ask about.
A Better Way to Read the Bible
Discover a better way to read the Bible that goes beyond daily checklists. Joe shares how slowing down, asking questions, and reading in context opens up the story and helps you hear what it’s really saying.
What Did Jesus Teach About Hell? Sheol, Gehenna, and Hades Explained
Your English Bible says hell, but the biblical writers used Sheol, Gehenna, and Hades, and they didn't mean the same thing. Here is what Jesus was actually warning about, and why it's better news than the cartoon version.
Is Progressive Christianity Hurting Christianity
Is progressive Christianity hurting Christianity. This article explores why the debate is so intense, how Scripture models discernment across contexts, and how doctrine grows through prayerful struggle. The aim is faithful allegiance to Jesus, truth in love, and a better way to disagree.
Finding God in Ordinary Moments
Stop chasing only big spiritual highs. Discover how to see God in conversations, laughter, grief, and simple acts of love that shape your day.
How to Pray When You Have No Words
Prayer is not a performance. Discover an honest way to pray, guided by the Lord’s Prayer and Psalm 130, with practical steps you can use today.
When Church Stops Feeling Safe
Most churches don't become unsafe overnight. They drift there, one hardened system and one quiet fear at a time. Here's why it happens, and what Jesus calls his people to be instead.
Is Apologetics Helping Us Or Hurting Us?
Apologetics is often seen as the frontline defense of the Christian faith. But what if this practice of proving, debating, and defending is actually doing more harm than good? In this video, we’ll explore why apologetics may be unintentionally damaging Christianity, how it can miss the heart of faith, and what a better way forward could look like. Whether you’re skeptical, spiritually curious, or wrestling with belief, this conversation opens space for a fresh perspective on what it means to follow Jesus today.
Is the Bible Perfect or Full of Mistakes? Rethinking Inerrancy and Trust
Many wrestle with whether the Bible is flawless or filled with contradictions. This article explores the history of inerrancy, Augustine’s view, Paul’s own human moments, and what “God-breathed” really means. Rather than a rulebook, discover how Scripture offers wisdom and life that can still be trusted today.
Why Church Leaders Keep Failing, and the Kind of Leader Jesus Asked For
Most church leaders who fail start by protecting their platform, and a lot of them are exhausted and alone while they do it. Jesus already told us what leadership in his kingdom should look like.
Can You Be a Christian Without Going to Church?
Yes, you can be a Christian without a Sunday service. You can't be one alone. Here's what Jesus meant by church, and why the real question is whether you've found your people.