Fulfill is the characteristic verb in Matthew’s Gospel. All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). –Matthew 1:22-23 The NIV...
Today. The day we come together as an expectant community to unwrap the story of God. We never expected the thousands of individuals, churches, small groups, families, youth groups, and more who are joining in the #LentChallenge. Still not sure if the...
The American Bible Society and Barna Research recently released a study showing the U.S. cities that are the most Bible-minded. Top contenders include: Chattanooga, Birmingham, Roanoke, and Springfield. But what if your city didn’t make the top 10? Or even top 50?...
What if you spent the 40 days leading up to Easter walking alongside Jesus, listening to His life-changing teachings, visiting churches with Paul, and falling more in love with God with each turning page? You’re invited to read through the entire New Testament in 40...
If you’ve read Wonderstruck or been following this blog, then you know that I’ve fallen head over heels for Lent. Over the last few years, I’ve come to believe that the 40 days leading up to Easter can be some of the most life-giving, perspective-changing, hope-filled...