What is Our Christian Identity?

In the previous post we looked at the necessity of rightly understanding our Christian identity. Now we must ask, what is our uniquely Christian identity? Many times when I think about Christian identity the image of a superhero pops into my mind. Almost all superheroes have secret identities....

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The Necessity of Rightly Understanding Christian Identity

The follower of Jesus is a strange person. He does not fit any place. Jesus told him to "be in the world, not of the world." What does that even mean? Christians have been struggling with this concept ever since Jesus said it.Yesterday I spent some time with a group of men that I affectionately refer...

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Creating Rhythm and Routine In An Empty Calendar

I officially became a church planter in August. It's a weird and exciting experience. In many ways it is similar to when I was leading teams with Cru. The big difference though is that Amy has responsibilities outside our home and Ethan and Libby are in school. There is a new rhythm in our home and...

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2012 Post Election Thoughts From A Pastor

As we enter into the post election calm it occurred to me that we as Christians need some perspective. Nothing on the political landscape has changed. Everything today is as it was the day before the election. What we must understand as Jesus followers is that this election has taught us a very important...

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