One of my heroes of the faith is Fleming Rutledge, an 86-year-old priest in the Episcopal Church. Her masterful work The Crucifixion: Understanding the Death of Jesus Christ was named book of the year by Christianity Today in 2015—an amazing achievement for a 78-year-old! As a pastor who regularly leads communion, as well as a sinful guy who just wants … Read More
On Praying to Saints
This week, a dear friend shared: “I believe that the saints (Mary preeminent among them as the first recipient of the Gospel and as a prime example for all Christians of how to bear Christ within themselves) are alive with Christ and rejoice to aid God’s work on earth. We can ask for the intercessions and help in our own … Read More
Five Strategies for Fighting Lust
Although I’ve written previously about God’s essential role in changing us from the inside out, I want to share five practical strategies that have helped me the most in fighting lust: Foresight: Make choices in moments of strength to prepare for moments of weakness. For example, if you are tempted to look at porn at a certain time of day … Read More
The Double Helix of Faith and Family, Part 2 of 4: Illustrated
I remember your genuine faith, for you share the faith that first filled your grandmother Lois and your mother, Eunice. And I know that same faith continues strong in you. -2 Tim. 1:5, NLT; words in bold, mine There was a spiritual strength and stability that my grandparents on my mom’s side brought to our family just by their proximity. My … Read More