Understanding The Value of a Study Buddy

Studying the Bible is best done as a team sport. Several years ago, I had exactly that going on.  A buddy named Dave and I had a Bible Study Pact.  We’d been in men’s groups together and really found that we had a compatible desire to get into God’s...

Stop Wasting Your Time

I remember a sermon illustration from a number of years ago.  It’s stuck with me and to some extent haunted me.  I did some research and share it with you for similar effect. Francis Schaeffer founded a Christian community called...

Frosting VS Cake Christians

You can learn a lot about Christianity by looking at cake. I like a good cooking show.  Of special delight is a baking show.  Think the Great British Baking Show (Bake Off for those of you in the UK). The baker starts by making the cake (I like a good sponge), layers...

The problem of Cake-frosting Christians

I like a good cooking show.  Of special delight is a baking show.  Think the Great British Baking Show (Bake Off for those of you in the UK). The baker starts by making the cake (I like a good sponge), layers it and puts a good filling in.  At this...

I weep for the wasted years

I remember a sermon illustration from a number of years ago.  It’s stuck with me and to some extent haunted me.  I did some research and share it with you for similar effect. Francis Schaeffer founded a Christian community called “L’Abri” (the...