It was a cold day in Washington DC when a man stood outside a subway playing his violin. His baseball cap was lying on the ground. He stopped to count his money after 45 minutes. Commuters had dropped in $32.17. The man’s name was Joshua Bell. The crowd rushing past never realised he was one … Read more
I don’t like to write. In fact, I have avoided writing a book for more than six years. But I couldn’t hold back any longer, because my heart has been captured by a vision that I cannot shake. This vision is Jesus saturation — every man, woman, and child in every place having a daily … Read more
I remember when Matt and Sarah moved to another city and left our church. I felt so frustrated because I love this family. They had so much leadership potential and I hadn’t walked them through it fully. I began to realise that I was trusting myself to build the church. Trees are among the most … Read more
Many Christians believe two thirds of the gospel: we see it as a past event, that greatly benefits our future. This understanding misses the third, present reality of the gospel and its impact on our lives. Praise God, the life, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus IS a historic reality, and for those who God … Read more
When Darkness Seems my Closest Friend is the latest book by British minister Mark Meynell. He writes about his personal struggle with depression and the impact it has had on his life and ministry. As a fellow depression sufferer, I believe this book is a gift to the church, wayfarers, and those who seek to … Read more
I woke up this morning with a familiar feeling. I want to close my eyes, roll over and go back to sleep, but I knew I couldn’t. It was time to face myself – I feel like a failure. I haven’t done anything wrong and yet I’m sinking in shame. What’s wrong with me? The … Read more
Uncomfortable by Brett McCracken is one of those books I’ve been reading where the author dares to say what he’s thinking. So often Christian reading feels like a cheer rally. I put a book down believing I can conquer the world. This isn’t the case with Brett’s book. It’s up lifting. It’s full of truth. … Read more
In my last post I looked at how Jesus called Peter, Andrew, James and John to follow him and fish for people. I also asked what ways following Jesus changed them. It seems to me that when Jesus called them to fish for people, he radically changed their mission in life. Jesus was willing to … Read more
Note: This Single Question Interview is different from others on this site. Normally I ask a variety of respected followers of Jesus a question. I find the varied responses bring a depth and richness to the Christian faith. Today’s question is too big. Instead, I only asked the question of John Stackhouse to allow him to … Read more
I understand coming to Jesus for grace. I love what Paul writes: ‘it is by grace you have been saved, through faith … not by works.’ Jesus’ Parable of The Prodigal Son highlights God’s grace for us. We are the son. We come before God ready with our excuses and deals but before we even … Read more
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