Having been shipwrecked, the Apostle Paul finds himself on the Mediterranean island of Malta. It is full of what the Greeks called “barbarians.” This pejorative label was applied because the Greeks could not understand their babbling tongue, and saw their behavior as uncivilized, primitive, and dangerous. So when Paul and all the others onboard the … [Read More…] July 26, 2026

The apostle Paul just can’t seem to catch a break! He’s been mobbed in the temple, falsely accused, and nearly beaten to death. He’s faced an assassination plot, corrupt politicians, and cowardly magistrates. He’s been shuffled from one court to the next, and no one has been gutsy enough to do the right thing and … [Read More…] July 19, 2026

“Give me one good reason why I should believe in Jesus!” That’s what he said to me as we sat in my office. This young man was a self-proclaimed agnostic with a complicated history when it came to faith. He had asked if he could come discuss some questions. About halfway through our conversation, he … [Read More…] July 12, 2026

Happy 250th Birthday, America!   I’ve always loved the 4th of July. As a kid, I looked forward to the Independence Day parade our little town in northeast Ohio had every year. Then there was the cookout in the backyard: hamburgers, hot dogs, bratwurst, corn on the cob, fresh watermelon, and—best of all—s’mores. And finally, … [Read More…] July 05, 2026

Today, we come to a section of the book of Acts that, at first glance, might not seem like it has a lot to offer us in terms of application for our everyday lives. But hang in there with me because I think there’s more here than meets the eye.   The apostle Paul is … [Read More…] June 28, 2026

Happy Father’s Day!   Fathers tend to get slighted in our cultural moment. They always seem to be the buffoons and comic relief in our sitcoms. But fatherhood is a high calling rooted in God’s own character as our Heavenly Father. Of course, every earthly father will fall short of imitating the fatherhood of God, … [Read More…] June 21, 2026

In the final chapters of the book of Acts, we find the Apostle Paul in a series of legal proceedings as his case is being advanced through the Roman court system. With each level of appeal, he gets a chance to share his story with higher officials. What is noteworthy is that Paul takes the … [Read More…] June 14, 2026

What a great Missions Week we’ve been having here at The Moody Church! I’m always encouraged to hear from our partners and missionaries. God is on the move all around the world drawing people to Himself. And we get to be a part of that great work as we give, pray, and go. What joy … [Read More…] June 07, 2026

It’s Missions Week at The Moody Church! Every year, following Pentecost Sunday— the day we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit to empower the church to go to the ends of the earth on mission—we focus our attention on the unfinished task before us, both globally and locally. Jesus sent us to make disciples … [Read More…] May 31, 2026

Happy Memorial Day weekend!   Amidst the joys of extra time off work, outdoor grilling, and fun with family and friends, we especially remember the sacrifice of those who laid down their lives in the service of this land of the free and home of the brave. Freedom isn’t free, after all. As Jesus told … [Read More…] May 24, 2026