I have always been enamored with the Apostle Paul in the Bible. He was relentless in seeking to fulfill his purpose and the mission God gave him. Whether we realize it or not the same is to be said about ourselves. This too is to be our legacy. As followers of Jesus (or even humans … Continue reading Missio Dei: Latin for “Mission of God”
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Taking the Leap Part 1: “What in Us Must Die?
A short reflection leading us to a haunting question: Is Jesus with you where you are or are you with Jesus where He is?
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A Life Beautifully Interrupted
Bloody Elbows; Ragged Knees Day in. Day out. He sat there. His knees bruised, and elbows covered in blood stained patches. His knees wouldn’t function like others because since birth he had a genetic defect which caused him to be paralyzed from the waist down. He would use his arms and elbows to maneuver himself … Continue reading A Life Beautifully Interrupted
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The Jesus of Nazareth and the Christ of Faith…
Jesus of Nazareth. The most studied man in all of history. He is known throughout the world. His sayings are prevalent. His identity is debated constantly. And he still, after all these centuries, seems to be the most offensive individual to the masses. He both offends me with his love, comforts me with his … Continue reading The Jesus of Nazareth and the Christ of Faith…
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Learning from Persecuted Christians: My Time in the Middle East
This past summer I had the honor of traveling in the Middle East in areas and locations I am not permitted to share publically. I worked with, taught, and trained Christian leaders who came from many war torn areas due to fighting of ISIL/ISIS and other rebel groups. There, near the border we learned together, trained … Continue reading Learning from Persecuted Christians: My Time in the Middle East
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Attaining the Height of Christ-Likeness…
1 Peter 3:8-12 NRSV 8 Finally, all of you, have unity of spirit, sympathy, love for one another, a tender heart, and a humble mind. 9 Do not repay evil for evil or abuse for abuse; but, on the contrary, repay with a blessing. It is for this that you were called—that you might inherit a blessing. … Continue reading Attaining the Height of Christ-Likeness…
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The Place of Fear in the Christian Life
Fear: an unwanted and unpleasant emotion caused by being aware of danger. As followers of Jesus we have a peculiar situation when it comes to fear. On the one hand modern evangelicalism has taught us that to fear is to doubt Gods ability to work in a given situation. Therefore we must eradicate all traces … Continue reading The Place of Fear in the Christian Life
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If Only Jesus Would Have Been From the South…
Why Many Love the Gospel of John One of the reasons many people love the Gospel of John is due to the many encounters Jesus has with individuals. Whether it be the woman at the well in John 4 or with Nathaniel and Jesus in John 1 . Or even the infamous one on one … Continue reading If Only Jesus Would Have Been From the South…
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The Challenge of Obedience and Trust in the Christian Journey
Wisdom from an unlikely source While it may be ignored by most Protestants, Wisdom of Solomon may be one of the most intriguing and raw books of Scripture. It is a book found in the Apocrypha which is included in the Orthodox and Catholic bible but not in the Protestant. The reasons for this merits … Continue reading The Challenge of Obedience and Trust in the Christian Journey
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Yes by all means you should live a “perfect” life.
pərˈfekSH(ə)n/ n. - the condition, state, or quality of being free or as free as possible from all flaws or defects. Ever met someone who was a spiritual perfectionist? Or someone who lived their spiritual life in trying to be so perfect they tried to manage, control, or manipulate their life to project they "have it all together?" … Continue reading Yes by all means you should live a “perfect” life.
Noah D. Schumacher 