Gospel-Centered Resources for the Hurting
The book of Ecclesiastes is a puzzle, challenging the intellect and unsettling the spirit. Through history, its interpretation has sparked confusion and …
Finding Joy in a Frustrating World: The Uncomfortable Wisdom of Ecclesiastes Read More »
The heart speaks a universal language through the medium of music, capturing life’s joys and sorrows. The Bible serves as the music …
Bilingual Faith: The Language of Lament in Psalm 88 Read More »
In the Capps household, wrestling was a regular affair. Growing up with four older brothers, I quickly learned that survival often depended …
Wrestling with God: Transformation in Unexpected Places Read More »
The Transformative Power of Sight Have you ever encountered a sight that left an indelible mark on your soul? Perhaps it was …
In our cultural and personal beliefs, certain phrases have become ingrained as scriptural truths, shaping our understanding of the Bible’s teachings. However, …
Grief is a profound, universal human experience that shapes the contours of our emotional landscape. It is a journey through turbulent seas, …
The Good News of a Grieving God: Anchoring Your Heavy Heart to Isaiah 53 Read More »
So much of our lives revolve around the meal, hunger is the body’s internal alarm clock reminding us that we need nourishment …
Spiritual battles are real, that’s undeniable. But how do we fight? How do we wage war? In Ephesians 6:10-17, the Apostle Paul …
In a world that often demands a stoic demeanor and an unflinching attitude, the life of Jesus points in another direction. It …
Encountering the Emotions of Jesus: A Glimpse into God’s Heart and Humanity Read More »
This series touches on our experiences with vulnerability and our inherent need for safety and refuge. It looks at how God is …
Throughout the pages of the Bible, safety language infused with the imagery of refuge and towers speaks to divine protection in our …
In the cross, we encounter a paradox that shatters the norms of human understanding—the concept of enduring danger to ensure safety. As …
The Danger of the Cross and the Safety it Affords Read More »
As we continue exploring the theme of divine safety, we venture into the heart of God’s provision. We are looking at the …
God is safe. Across eternity and through time, the Trinity has always been a community of security and sanctuary. This safety is …
Vulnerability, defined as “risk, uncertainty, and emotional exposure,” is a familiar experience for us all. While we often encounter vulnerability in our …
Theology 101 serves as an introduction to essential theological concepts. Through the incorporation of scriptural references, historical and modern theological perspectives, and …
The theme of the new heavens and new earth offers a glimpse into the ultimate restoration and renewal of God’s creation, presenting …
This World is My Home: The Hope of the New Earth Read More »
What is the significance of the Saturday between Good Friday and Easter Sunday? While not of interest to the Protestant tradition, this …
What about the Saturday between Good Friday and Easter Sunday? Read More »
Grass is one metaphor used in the Bible to describe the status of Adam’s descendants. “All people are like grass, and all …
The last conversation between Peter and Jesus is rich with possibility for thinking about our journey (Jn 21:9-23). The smell of fire …
Time is a good creature fashioned by God and given the vocation of serving humanity (Gen 1:5, 14-19). Like the rest of …
In Luther’s theology, the Word of God is central to his thinking about the nature and work of the Triune God; God …
Contrast is essential for biblical hope and perseverance. Paul made it a discipline to regularly compare his present suffering with his promised …
The Essential Discipline of Comparison: How To Think When We Are Hurting Read More »
“Truly you are a God who hides himself, O God of Israel, the Savior” (Is 45:15). This theme of divine concealing is …
In 1094 A.D., Anselm wrestled with this question and wrote a book attempting to answer it. Anselm’s book was an apologetic defending …