Establishing Your Christology

Say what? “Christology” is simply “how Christ’s role and purpose are defined.” This is important because Christ can be seen in so many roles. Healer, teacher, sacrifice, Son of God, son of men, leader, servant, political activist,...

The Crucified Christ

Scripture: Job 30; Ps. 120; Gal. 3-4 Galatians 3:1 You crazy Galatians! Did someone put a hex on you? Have you taken leave of your senses? Something crazy has happened, for it’s obvious that you no longer have the crucified Jesus in clear focus in your lives....

A Good Start

Piperton UMC is my new church home. I was appointed here in June. The past few months have been the usual exercises in unpacking boxes, replacing lost or broken items from the move, and getting to know my new church family. One of the reasons I was sent here is...

Reading with Purpose

Reading the Bible can be daunting. As a good friend of mine once said, “I’m not sure what it is that I’m supposed to be accomplishing here.” Here are some suggested goals and ideas: Look for a character in the story who reminds you of yourself....

The Three Most Important Things: Focus, Focus, Focus

Scripture: Job 28-29; Gal. 1-2 Galatians 1:1-5 I, Paul, and my companions in faith here, send greetings to the Galatian churches. My authority for writing to you does not come from any popular vote of the people, nor does it come through the appointment of some human...