If I’m honest, and I suspect many of us would agree, division feels like one of the defining features of our moment. We see it everywhere: in families, workplaces, churches, politics, and even across the global landscape. Most of us aren’t fans of division. We crave familiarity. We long for life to feel a little … Continue reading One Body, One Lord
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Finding Christmas in the Quiet
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
Advent for Academics
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
Do I Consider My Job a Theological Filter? You Betcha.
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.
