Preface I can be an ungracious critic. I am aware of this sin in my life. Some of my closest family members tell me that if God doesn't get my criticism under control by his redeeming power I will become a mean and crusty man. I know my faults, and I pray God would remove … Continue reading Should the Church Practice Online Communion?
Online Church Is A Necessary Abnormality: A Warning for Christians Post-Coronavirus
Shelter in place. Practice social distancing. These are the recommendations rightly being passed down by our government’s leaders during an unprecedented time in our nation’s history. COVID-19 has caused many institutions, businesses, and churches to rethink the way they operate in order to relieve stress on the health care system and protect those most vulnerable … Continue reading Online Church Is A Necessary Abnormality: A Warning for Christians Post-Coronavirus
4 Ways to Share the Gospel During Social Distancing
And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”Matthew 28:18-20 … Continue reading 4 Ways to Share the Gospel During Social Distancing
Teaching Your Children to Pursue Holiness by Reading Scripture
Tony Merida, pastor of Imago Dei Church in Raleigh, NC, recently published his reflections on the COVID-19 pandemic. One of his reflections was encouraging believers to take time during social distancing in order to grow in personal holiness. From the outset, I am in complete agreement with this reflection. However, I think this reflection could … Continue reading Teaching Your Children to Pursue Holiness by Reading Scripture
3 Reasons Facebook Is Destroying Our ‘Real’ Lives
Almost a decade ago, I was deployed to a combat theater while serving in the military. My wife and I had just been blessed with our oldest daughter two weeks before I left the country. It was a challenging time in our marriage because here was my wife with a newborn baby living five states … Continue reading 3 Reasons Facebook Is Destroying Our ‘Real’ Lives
Rethinking Pastoral Ministry in America: How Pastors Should Start Thinking About the Future
Ken Myers, the founder of Mars Hill Audio, once said in his Epiphany Lectures that he does not like to be prophetic. By prophetic, he does not mean that he has been given some special word from God similar to that of the Old Testament prophets. He is not claiming a "Thus says the Lord," … Continue reading Rethinking Pastoral Ministry in America: How Pastors Should Start Thinking About the Future
Instagram Is Capturing the Souls of Our Girls
Instagram's creators promote this social media tool with these words, "Bringing you closer to the people and things you love." This phrase makes a great marketing slogan. It makes users and potential users feel like they are going to really grow in their personal and professional relationships. However, interacting with someone's picture rarely (if ever) … Continue reading Instagram Is Capturing the Souls of Our Girls
Why I Deleted My Twitter Account
It was a tough moment in my life. The message on the screen was begging me to stay. After a series of attempts to delete my account, this was the final plea from Twitter to change my mind. "Are you sure, Jeremy? Once you hit this button, your account will be permanently deactivated and @jeremybell06 … Continue reading Why I Deleted My Twitter Account
Sorry Luke Bryan, “Most People Are NOT Good.”
My family and I took a road trip to Texas over our summer break. Seventeen hours crammed into a minivan will definitely bring people closer together--both figuratively and literally. We talked, slept, watched movies, and listened to music. When it comes to music in the Bell family, we enjoy listening to a variety of styles. … Continue reading Sorry Luke Bryan, “Most People Are NOT Good.”
Why A Divorce Will Not Doom Your Future
The statistics on divorce in America might be alarming at first glance. While the divorce rate among Christ followers may be slightly lower than the national average, the church still sees its fair share of broken marriages. Many people know that divorce leads to a wake of hurt, brokenness, and confusion in the lives of … Continue reading Why A Divorce Will Not Doom Your Future
Be Imitators 