It is difficult for me to fathom just how folks like Martin Luther could have accomplished so much. He preached and taught regularly, wrote extensively, traveled frequently, met with students…
Back from the wedding week-end and getting back to the Reformation this week. It seems most people believe the central theme or most important truth from the Reformers was justification…
So we will be taking a break from our Samuel series in October for pumpkin spice, no wait, more directly Reformation themed sermons. It is a daunting and likely impossible…
Well, if you thought after the Bathsheba chapter we were out of the ugliness you might need to reconsider. This week we find the kingdom of David cracking open to…
So where does David's terrible series of sinful choices leave him? We got a hint right at the end of the chapter when we are told in no uncertain terms…
Last week we saw the beautiful picture of David remembering his experience of covenant love and faithfulness and looking for someone to show it to himself. He found that person…
We're back. Survived the cycling vacation with fairly minor injuries and very major enjoyment. The beautiful and challenging ride along the CA coast from Carmel by the Sea to Big…
It is impossible to exaggerate the importance of the next chapter we take up in 2 Samuel. Many see it as the very heart of the Old Testament. It contains…