The Bible says our God is the “God of gods.” Does that mean there are other gods? Sort of. Who Created Everything? The Bible begins by telling us that “God” created everything, right? Well, Genesis 1 actually says “elohim” created the heavens and the earth. Who or what is “elohim”?… Read More
Why am I suffering? I haven’t found an answer yet that completely satisfies and doesn’t lead to even more questions. But this much I do believe: tremendous good has come from my own pain. No matter how evil and pointless it seemed at the time. Even so, it’s often been… Read More
“If there were no heaven,” I asked, “would you still be a Christian?” The small gathering of high school students was quiet for a minute. They were bright, committed young people, most of them grown in the church, choosing to give up their Sunday afternoon to study the bible with… Read More
I have an awful memory so it’s not uncommon for me to have zero recall about a church I’ve visited in the past. But I remembered East Side Baptist the moment I walked in this morning. I remembered the pastor – a young guy with a thin build, a short… Read More
I’ve disconnected for the last few days from phones and computers. I’ve learned the hard way what it feels like to near empty and what happens when I ignore the gauge, go on running on fumes and self-determination. I know how important it is, before reaching empty, to be with… Read More
I’m substitute teaching Genesis 15 this Sunday at my home church. When I study to teach I use quite a few sources and never know which ones God will use to get through my busy head and slow heart. This week a sermon by John Piper, a commentary by Walter… Read More
Shaun Groves