Whenever the calendar turns from October to November, my heart shifts toward Thanksgiving. As a culture, we often rush past Thanksgiving to embrace the merriment of Christmas. As much as I love Christmas, I think that is a huge mistake. Spontaneous gratitude is one of the most obvious characteristics of a healthy soul. Gratitude … [Read More…] November 5, 2023
Reformation day is just around the corner. While our kids are going door-to-door collecting candy, it’s important that we not forget that over half a millennia ago, Martin Luther posted his Ninety-five Theses on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany on October 31, 1517. Luther intended to start a theological dialogue, but … [Read More…] October 29, 2023
It’s that time of year again! Operation Christmas Child launches today. Over the coming weeks, we’ll fill hundreds of shoeboxes with gifts to send to children around the world with the good news of Jesus! In Ecuador a few year ago, I got to see firsthand the joy these gifts bring to children. Families … [Read More…] October 22, 2023
You may have seen the “Evangelical Statement in Support of Israel” a number of us released this week. I’ve shared it below, in case you missed it. Please be fervent in prayer. In the wake of the evil and indefensible atrocities now committed against the people of Israel by Hamas, we, the undersigned, unequivocally … [Read More…] October 15, 2023
This past week we’ve been celebrating the birthdays of two of our former Senior Pastors here at The Moody Church. On Sunday, October 1st, Pastor George Sweeting celebrated his 99th birthday! I had the joy of speaking with him and his precious Hilda on the phone. We reminisced about his days as Pastor here … [Read More…] October 8, 2023
Autumn has long been my favorite season. I love the crisp breezes, crackling leaves under foot, and the smell of fresh apple cider. There’s something nostalgic and reflective to this season that I find delightful. I reread William Shakespeare‘s 73rd Sonnet this week, which is a meditation on the fall season, and I thought I’d … [Read More…] October 1, 2023
As we’re learning in the book of Malachi, God desires, deserves, and demands our first and best. It’s the essence of the worship that is only proper and is due His name. God is worthy of our all—our time, our talent, our treasure—our everything. That’s why growing in love through service is not just … [Read More…] September 24, 2023
A little over a month ago, I had the joy of meeting Moses and Margaret after the service. They are from Cameroon and were visiting The Moody Church for the very first time. Moses is the older brother of Patience, whom many of you know and love. Moses told me that in 1957 he came … [Read More…] September 17, 2023
The people we hang out with have a profound influence over who we are becoming. That’s why we always counsel our kids to be careful about the friendships they choose. We make friends, and then our friends make us. That’s why Christian friendships are so vital. Following Jesus isn’t a solo sport. It’s a … [Read More…] September 10, 2023
My family and I are looking forward to being back with you at The Moody Church next Sunday! We’ve had a refreshing and productive time of study, visiting family, and vacation. And we can’t wait to be back with you all! We’ll be jumping into the Old Testament book of Malachi with a series … [Read More…] September 3, 2023
