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Self-forgetfulness and self-infatuation
In the Bible, we are often told be humble. We’re often warned to steer clear of pride. So here’s a helpful way to think about the difference between the two. It’s the difference between self-forgetfulness and self-infatuation. Self-forgetfulness isn’t about being self-deprecating. Nor is it about beating yourself up. It’s… Listen ⇢
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This is what worry loves to do
Worry. It happens. We don’t like it, but it’s a part of life. Here’s what I’ve come to know about worry. Worry loves to make you question the past, fear the future, and doubt God in the present, so that you are forever frantic and mentally somewhere else. Let’s break… Listen ⇢
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Two people, two different approaches
In 1 Peter 4, the apostle is instructing his readers about something important. There are times, he says, when we will suffer for our faith. Just as Jesus suffered, we too will suffer. Just as Jesus was insulted, so too will we be insulted. He then goes on to provide… Listen ⇢
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He binds himself to us
[Note: New podcast episode about The Apostles’ Creed — link in footnotes.] ~ Thousands of years ago the people of God were encouraged with these words: “Yet the LORD set his affection on your ancestors and loved them, and he chose you, their descendants, above all the nations—as it is… Listen ⇢
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Being hospitable (when you don’t want to be)
In 1 Peter 4, the apostle is encouraging his readers to be prayerful and loving. As a part of this he shares a word about hospitality: “Show hospitality to one another without grumbling” (verse 9). When we think about the word hospitality, we often think of the “hospitality industry.” That’s… Listen ⇢
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When his glory is revealed
“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you” (1 Peter 4:12). Whenever we go through hardship or adversity, it’s good to remain tethered to sources of help. Unfortunately, one of the things some… Listen ⇢
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Only a suffering God can help
What are some of the things that all people have in common? We’re all born and we all die. As pundits often say, we all pay taxes! Further, we all need food, oxygen and water. We probably all like to be happy and don’t like to be sad. Generally speaking,… Listen ⇢
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The boy who had a revelation after strike three
“Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it” (1 Corinthians 12:27). Today’s devotional is an invitation to see things from a new perspective. We sometimes need that, don’t we? Perhaps you’ve heard the story of the young boy who thought he was the world’s greatest baseball… Listen ⇢
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Sit still and trust the engineer
These days, humans have access to a mind-boggling amount of information. In many ways, this is great. We have an increasing amount of data and knowledge about the medical sciences, the human mind, the environment, and so many other areas. However, this can sometimes make us over-confident. This over-confidence can… Listen ⇢
Meet the producer, Matthew Ruttan.
Matthew is a disciple, pastor, husband, and dad of three who lives in the psalms.
