Jesus Changes Everything

Lisa and I conclude our conversation on Ruth and Naomi. In a Curating Your Book Library segment I sttrongly commend Tony Reinke's wonderful book, God, Technology and the Christian Life. Plus, Good News considers Jesus noting the workers for the harvest are few, and finally, confess our embarrassment over God's wrath.

Today Lisa and I begin a conversation on God's grace in the lives of Ruth and Naomi. I consider the blessing of persecution in light of Jaden Ivey's release by the Chicago Bulls. I remember weird curricula in schools in the 70s and explore the importance of Paul's epistolary introductions.

Lisa and I discuss the "ministry" of Jael in driving a tent peg into Sisera's head. Plus, the glory of revealing our shame, how we ought to expose our failures to reveal His grace. We seek, once again, ministry partners, and finally, rejoice in the reversal wrought by our Lord's resurrection.

Lisa and I discuss the remarkable prophetess and judge in Isarel, Deborah. I consider the awkwardness of unwritten rules when it comes to paying workers. I give a summary of the ministry and message of the prophet Daniel and conclude by reminding us that we are to look through His good gifts to Him, the Giver.

Lisa and I continue our look at women in the Bible, today exploring the redemption story of Rahab. In light of the war in Iran I remind us how and why the Broken Window Fallacy is indeed a fallacy. Our Good News segment looks at the woman who touched Jesus' cloak and the little girl Jesus raised from the dead. Finally, the destructive reality of ingratitude, in the world and in the church.

Lisa and I discuss the grace in the life of Miriam. I consider the Iran War, Just War Theory and the limits of the Commander-in-Chief. Plus, the flying toys of the 1970s and how Spurgeon was a model of Calvinist fidelity.

Lisa and I speak about our church, Sovereign Grace Fellowship, and our plans for the future. I consider the state of the church in our day, and seek out ministry partners. Finally, how to better see Christ in His bride.

Lisa and I discuss the faith and courage of Moses' mothers. I consider how tariff threats have brought down tariffs, explore the life and minisry of Ezekiel and cover how the hunger for power animates fights among believers.

I give thanks for the manifold blessings of my wife. I consider the need for peace in the face of cultural uncertainty, explore Jesus' teaching on why His disciples did not fast and explain the glory and beaut of the communion of the saints.

Lisa and I discuss Rachel and Leah, drawing insight from our new mom sister ewes. Then, Iran, just war, and "national interests." In That 70s Kid we remember foods we ate then but rarely eat now. Finally, the folly of Israel's failure to finish the job in the Promised Land.

Lisa and I discuss the faith and faithfulness of Rebekah. I give thanks for our latest farm blessings, new born lambs, Lola and Lollipop. I explore the message of Ezekiel and then consider why the doctrine of creation is important, but error on it isn't heresy.

Lisa and I consider the faith of Sarah in her challenging life. I remember the role I played in the greatest play in the history of the NFL. In Good News we look at Matthew's calling as a disciple, and Jesus eating with sinners. Finally, we consider the blessings of revival and the dangers of revivalism.

Lisa and I consider the faith of Noah's wife in the face of a life of challenges. I remind us that our fathers had blind spots, as do we, that rejecting racism isn't worldliness but fidelity to God's Word. I consider various projects for the year and explore the Spirit as the giver of life, and new life.

Lisa and I begin a new series on women in the Bible, considering this week Eve. I apply the folly of consequentialist ethics to just war theory and Venezuela, provide an overview of Jeremiah and remember that Jesus fully died.

Once again we present a short story highlighting the meaning of the gifts we receive each Christmas.

I encourage everyone to read Lisa's new writing projects. I discourage everyone from defending the President's foolish response to the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife. I remember convenience breakfasts of the 70s and explain why unconditional election is certain and true.

Lisa and I conclude our conversation on her beautiful poetry. I consider why we should support the freedom of soldiers and suspect politicians on all sides. Plus, how the faux humility of relativism is arrogance and an affront to the living God. Finally, holiday wishes for you all.

Lisa and I continue our discussion on her astonishing poems celebrating God's grace and the power of snow. I bemoan the generation gap and encourage sharing culture across the generations. I argue we should have been offended when Jesus forgave the paralytic's sins, and remind us all that we have a world to conquer, and that our Hero is always with us.

Lisa and I share and discuss several beautiful poems she wrote on the occasion of the season's first snow. I consider what conservatives are supposed to not do, explore the promises of the Messiah in the second half of Isaiah and consider the wisdom of humility in our knowing.

Lisa and I consider the holiday season in our latter season in life. I rebuke those who would put words in the mouths of the departed, seek friends to come alongside our ministry and celebrate both fasting and feasting with the Lord.

This encore episode from 2020 remembers the hijinks of Halloween from back in the day, and encourages us to find and read Nathaniel Hawthorne's amazing short story, Young Goodman Brown.

I consider the blessing of Lisa on our 9th anniversary. I celebrate, with appropriate cautions, President Trumps mideast triumph. Plus, why God's will is in some ways as bound as our own.

Lisa and I continue our conversation on entering different seasons in life. I expose the comedy of the drama surrounding government shutdowns, pine away for cinnamon Mini-Wheats and encourage us to see each other as our Father sees us, dressed in the righteousness of Christ.

Lisa and I in our Sacred Marriage segment, praise God for the clear gospel presentation at the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service. I consider Pam Bondi's struggles with hate speech. We look at Abraham's late-in-life babies and cook up a recipe for joy.

Lisa and I discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the impact on the culture. I wonder why a person's skin color is relevant in reporting on a crime, cover the question of prophets in the Bible without books of their own and celebrate God's celebration of His glory.