Reading a page a day is slow, but it is still reading. Walking with God might feel the same way at times. But it is still walking with God. Even if it’s only a few steps a day.
7 Tips to Help You Make the Most of Your Bible College Years
"At the end of your time at Faith, you want to look back and see changes that go deeper than your diploma. You want to see the Lord refine your character, renew your mind, and grow your faith."
Strong Winds, Strong Community, Strong Church.
The screen door clanged as it slammed past it's usual opening distance. The piston bent and there was no closing it after that. But 100 mph wind gusts can do that to a flimsy metal door. I just hoped those same winds would leave my basement windows in one piece. On Monday our little town … Continue reading Strong Winds, Strong Community, Strong Church.
A New Podcast!
Today is an exciting day! A couple of friends and I have created a podcast that we think you'll love. It's called "The Thinklings Podcast". We plan to create weekly episodes during the fall and spring semester. Topics will range all over the map. We will talk about the books we are reading, Bible passages … Continue reading A New Podcast!
Rom-Com Devotions: What should my time with God look like?
Romantic Comedies and "The Connection"The story that plays out is nothing special. It's the usual that we find in most Rom-Coms (Romantic Comedies) or sitcoms. The guy is minding his own business at a coffee shop, or library, or delivering a package to an office, but then it happens. As he pays for the cup … Continue reading Rom-Com Devotions: What should my time with God look like?
The Democracy of the Dead
While studying the book of Proverbs, I stumbled on a quote that made me scratch my noggin. But this was only after I gasped in amazement because I thought I agreed with it. “Tradition means giving votes to the most obscure of all classes, our ancestors. It is the democracy of the dead. Tradition refuses … Continue reading The Democracy of the Dead
The Most Important Question to Ask in a Trial.
Jerry Bridges gives us the key to understanding trials in his book Trusting God. For those who have had a share of suffering and adversity, this nugget will be helpful. Bridges uses Job as a Biblical example of someone who experienced suffering and affliction. Bridges points out that Job asks God the same question we … Continue reading The Most Important Question to Ask in a Trial.
Catalogue of Tributes to Dr. Myron Houghton
Monday is the day of Myron Houghton's funeral. Because of Covid-19 seating restrictions, it will also be lived-streamed here. While we grieve his absence, we do not grieve in hopelessness. He knew the Savior, the Lord of Lords. On Monday, we remember his life and ministry to us. But on Monday, as his is at … Continue reading Catalogue of Tributes to Dr. Myron Houghton
Theology, Puns, and the Love of God: A tribute to Dr. Myron Houghton.
Dr. Bauder stared over his handle bar mustache. I knew I had said something that didn’t quite add up. His eyebrows communicated as much. Brett Williams had asked me a question, and I answered it in what I thought was a straightforward manner. But his confused look told me something was amiss. Another student asked … Continue reading Theology, Puns, and the Love of God: A tribute to Dr. Myron Houghton.
Putting the LIT in LITerature
"A good book captures something about life, but in the end, it captures us readers as well."
Thoughts Worth Thinking 