I just had a conversation with someone about why should we celebrate the Jewish Festivals. Galatians makes it clear that we aren't obligated and regardless Jesus is the fulfilment of the festivals.  We've been doing Passover for a while, this will be our first Sukkot. While Evangelical Christians are not under the Mosaic Law, there are many meaningful reasons to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles ...

I once discipled a wonderful man who really struggled with his identity. He was a former drag queen who was incredibly artistic in every way.  The logical side of his brain wasn't very strong but his emotional side flourished.  It made him an amazing talented guy but who was ruled by his emotions and feelings.  He would often "feel" like he was not saved.  First, feelings are part of being hum...

Okay, credit where credit is due. This is unabashedly "borrowed" from Pastor Steve McVey. I don't agree with everything he says (some of the things later in life). But with this caveat, I found his work on this subject to be tremendously helpful in understand my identity. I read it years ago and hung on to it. Thought I'd share it with you all.  I'd be open to your thoughts.There are two important...

Rest.  The importance of rest.  We tend to forget that God himself modeled the way for a 6 day work week with a 7th day of rest.  While Jesus is our sabbath rest as far as a commandment, the spiritual principle hasn’t changed.  Burn out in the United States is at an all time high. Especially amongst pastors. In fact, 40% of pastors come off of their sabbatical and quit within a week.  Why?  They d...