THOUGHTS WHILE DRIVING

In this episode I share how events such as the chaos at the White House correspondence dinner cause believers and all people to long for a place without the chaos. Ultimately that place is with the Lord #christianity #hope #chaos

In this episode I share my thoughts on what internet "debate" culture can do to our spiritual growth. HINT: Not too much good #christianity #dougwilson #piersmorgan #sanctification #christlike #internet

In this episode I share my thoughts about how we allow politics and temporal issues to drive our theological conclusions when this should be the reverse. Theology should drive our politics and everything else. #christianity #politics #theology

In this episode I share my thoughts on recent interviews given by former Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse as he battles terminal pancreatic cancer. As a follower of Christ, Sen. Sasse's approach to a certain death sentence is encouraging and challenging. #christianity #bensasse #cancer #joy "Interesting Times with Ross- Interviewing Ben Sasse" https://youtu.be/7CFo6-6BN9k?si=OYuvMGFRAP237UZT

In this bonus episode I share my recent experience teaching through Judges and Ruth and what this says about reading the Bible slowly. #reading #Bible #judges #christianity

We all are only given a finite amount of time to serve the Lord. Time goes by a warp speed and one day we look back and say, "Where did it go?!" In this episode I share my recent experience at a wedding that reminded me of this hard truth. #christianity #weddings #time #serve

In this episode I share my thoughts and challenge to focus on the Lord daily avoiding the constant distractions that abound. #christianity #distraction #discipline

When the world seems chaotic our lives often begin to mimic the chaos. We're disordered and disorganized instead of calm and focused. In this episode I share some principles in navigating this situation. #Christianity #organized #chaos #peace #podcast

How should Christians respond to turmoil on the international stage. In this episode I share three biblically based principles on how to respond. #peace #prayer #Christianity Al Mohler on the issue https://open.spotify.com/episode/5JtTwEnJqz7QRidq1rSveS?si=mya0yiWtQiuqYBqV2K2xmg

In this episode I share some practical advice on how to speak with families dealing with profound or severe disabilities in their lives. #autism #disability #hope #heaven

What does a hockey team and the Olympics have to do with following Christ? In this episode I share my thoughts on how the various responses to the US Men's Gold have revealed a deeper cultural issue. #olympics #usa #hockey #goldmedal #nhl #christianity #culture

Whether you participate in celebrations such as Lent or not, the practice of taking some time to refocus and reflect upon the works of Christ is a healthy thing. In this episode I share what that might look like in your life. #christianity #lent #ashwednesday #repentance #cross

Too often our prayers for people are actually prayers for a make believe person. In this episode I share my reflection from The Screwtape Letters about praying for the people in your life that actually exist and not the version you wish existed. #Christianity #prayer #cslewis "Screwtape Letters Podcast: Confronting Evil in Our Time" https://open.spotify.com/show/6XlMWr26IwsZCWNfU3CaTU?si=vciQbCE0Q...

Our world sees love as an inward disposition but biblically love is an outward direction. Love is putting the good of someone else above your own, even when, and especially when they don't or can't reciprocate. God uses certain situations to teach us that. #love #valentines #autism #jesus

In this episode I share how a Super Bowl halftime message reveals a misunderstanding of love by our culture. #love #superbowl #halftime #christianity C.S. Doodle "The Four Loves" https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9boiLqIabFjljx2sUeqOz_0QDlYL_Hoi&si=ABJuZsLDey-ewZGZ

Life often throws inconveniences at us that reveal the actual condition of our hearts. #christianity #bible #snowday #inconvenience

In the Book of Ruth we see a bold example of faithfulness in difficult times. Ruth takes place during the time of the Judges, a time of spiritual, moral, and political upheaval. In this difficult time we see two women displaying quiet faith and resolve. Therefore we have no excuse. #christianity #bible #faithfulness

We all go through difficult times and sometimes those difficulties are constant aspects of life. What are we to do with such constants? We either give in with despair or turn to the Lord. #chriatianity #autism #prayer #trust #podcast

In this episode I share my thoughts and appreciation with how Sean McDermott responded to his being fired as head coach of the Buffalo Bills and what can be learned. #buffalobills #nfl #christianity #gratitude

In this episode I draw a connection between the Bills most recent playoff loss and eternal things that truly matter. #nfl #buffalobills #playoffs #christianity #eternity

In this episode I share how a car noise preventing me from recording illustrates how the noises and distractions of life prevent us from following the Lord as we ought. #christianity #cars #noise #distractions

The people you encounter have struggles and difficulties. Be careful judging and jumping to conclusions about what they do or don't do as you go through the day. #Christianity #autism #grace

In the spiritual disciplines we too often pursue emotional results. However the real pursuit is a life of obedience. Whether you experience emotional highs or "Wow" moments doesn't matter, obedience does. #christianity #obedience #disciplines

In C.S. Lewis's novel The Silver Chair Aslan the Lion gives instructions to a little girl named Jill. As a part of these instructions he gives her three signs to remember. She's told to repeat the signs several times a day so she doesn't forget. She fails to do that and the journey is more difficult as a result. In the journey of faith it's easy to forget the instructions we've been given and so w...

In this episode I share some thoughts about the character of Joseph in the Christmas story as a model of faithful, quiet obedience. #christmas #humility #obedience