Many people have asked me along the way why I use the ESV. Along with that is the larger question of why should UBC use the ESV. I'd like to give you a little bit of what moved me from the NASB to the ESV about 4 years ago. While I was attending a pastor's … Continue reading Why the English Standard Version (ESV)?

For 2 Days ONLY, DesiringGod.org will be offering all of their books, bibles and study guides for $5 each with unlimited quantities. I was going to just purchase a bunch, but you'd be better served to go, look and purchase for yourself (Christmas in July?).  I do warn you, be ready to purchase when you … Continue reading Load up on Books for FIVE BUCKS…

This past Sunday was one of the sweetest times of worship we've had together thus far as a church.  God's grace was clearly sensed in our singing and the proclamation of scripture.  During the service I was privileged to experience something that many of you have experienced.  As we were in the course of singing … Continue reading Other side of the aisle…

  This brief reflection is particularly for dads, but also for those who would renew their praying for the "fathers" in their lives. First of all, read the following verses and reflect on them together. Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. … Continue reading Father’s Day Reflection

I am asked regularly for suggestions on books to read. After finding out the topic, I try to suggest just one or two that may help the most. When it comes to what I'm reading currently, it isn't as varied as I like. For me, right now, I pretty much am reading whatever relates to … Continue reading Books on my desk, bedside and backpack…

We arrived back home this evening at about 6:00 pm.  As we were driving back up the beautiful 540 drive I was reminded once again of the wonderful section of scripture in Romans 8... 18 For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be … Continue reading Up 540 @ 5:40…

I'm writing this from my seminary writing cubicle. It smells like a cubicle should smell like. Not sure what that means, but it just does! I have been pouring over 2 Peter 1 in commentaries, languages and the original text all week and still not ready to write fully. For those of you who do … Continue reading Sitting in a Library Cubicle…

First of all... I will be out of the office this week. I am working on my doctorate in Fort Worth this week. Although I'm a student at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, it is just easier to use Southwestern's library due to the travel time and our families be accessible for their enjoyment. … Continue reading A Few Sunday Evening Thoughts…

Below are a few videos for you to watch taken from the Larry King Show. We are called to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ boldly and without shame, even if it means chiding, suffering or persecution. I'm not saying that we are to be brash and disrespectful. We are, however, to be direct … Continue reading The Gospel on Display…or not!