Here at Christmas, I’ve been thinking about how easily we can convince ourselves that “church” only really happens if everything is just right—haze machines humming, plush seating, moving lights, darkened rooms, and perfectly layered multitracks. And while none of those things are bad (sincerely), the Christmas story gently reminds us that the very first witnesses … Continue reading Finding Christmas in the Quiet
On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, I had the privilege of sharing the devotional and opening prayer for our monthly all-faculty meeting at Lee University. After receiving several kind emails and having a few encouraging hallway conversations since then, I decided to post that devotional and prayer here as a blog. I read it directly during … Continue reading Advent for Academics
I was once told, “Your job is not to be a theological filter!" For years, that demanding phrase hovered over me like a cloud. I carried it, wrestled with it, and eventually decided I needed to take a closer look at what it really means. Let’s rewind. As many of you know, I’ve been blessed to … Continue reading Do I Consider My Job a Theological Filter? You Betcha.
Some of you may be wondering what I've been up to...no new blog posts in quite awhile. After moving from Nashville to Hattiesburg, MS for two years (serving at William Carey University), doors opened for us to head back to Tennessee over at Lee University (Cleveland, TN) to coordinate the Music Business program. All the … Continue reading A NEW PODCAST…
"Long enough, God—you’ve ignored me long enough. I’ve looked at the back of your head long enough. Long enough I’ve carried this ton of trouble, lived with a stomach full of pain. Long enough my arrogant enemies have looked down their noses at me. Take a good look at me, God, my God; I want to look life in the eye, so no enemy can … Continue reading Cotton Candy, Unicorns, and Tulips
My dear friends, don’t let public opinion influence how you live out our glorious, Christ-originated faith. If a man enters your church wearing an expensive suit, and a street person wearing rags comes in right after him, and you say to the man in the suit, “Sit here, sir; this is the best seat in … Continue reading Your smile goes a long, long way!
Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen. (Ephesians 3:20-21 ESV) Just a couple of Sundays ago I officially … Continue reading Mission accomplished!
I’m beginning the start of this blog post from the treadmill; yes, the treadmill. My typing and walking have gotten better over the years, gratefully. For a varying of reasons, the gym has become a regular part of my life the past few years. I’ve made it part of my daily routine. See, I’m not … Continue reading A New Year’s Blessing
If I had a pulpit this week, this is the heartbeat of the homily I might deliver. I pray you are blessed by its words that have been on my heart. The worldwide birthday celebration of the King of kings and Lord of lords has been occurring for over 2,000 years—all starting with an angel … Continue reading His story…Go tell it, live it!
Why do we do what we do, in all that we do, in every aspect of our lives? Is it about the applause of men? Is it for the lights, the accolades, the pat-on-the-back, the potential 15-minutes of fame? Is it only to hear people that you look up to say, “great job!”?!?! Why do … Continue reading From Now On…Soli Deo Gloria!
Luke Gambill 