Experience Scripture Like Never Before

Experience Scripture Like Never Before

In a world filled with distractions, it’s easy to struggle with engaging deeply with the Bible. You may find yourself reading the words but feeling disconnected from the life-changing power in them. Sometimes the Bible seems intimidating — or maybe even . . . boring? Holding the Word offers an exciting, holistic and relational approach to interacting…

Why is a good Baptist boy like me celebrating Lent?

Why is a good Baptist boy like me celebrating Lent?

I generally don’t pay much attention to the ancient church calendar. I’m not sure all the reasons why but the worship circles I frequently populate do not put an emphasis on the church calendar particularly Lent. But something is changing for me. I’ve been awakened to think of these church seasons in a new way…

Reading for Racism

Reading for Racism

Eternity’s population will look very different from my hometown. My farming community in northern Ohio did not attract African Americans or other people of color. I grew up in a culture where everyone looked like me. College was no better in the late 1960s. There were few African American students on campus and no black…