Today is Shavuot (Pentecost). As disciples of Jesus we celebrate the giving of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2. Shavuot is a holy day commanded by the LORD (Leviticus 23:15-16) that commemorates the giving of Torah (Exodus 19-20:23). The giving of the Law. The giving of the Spirit. Pentecost pictures. Jeremiah 31:33 (ESV) 33 For … Continue reading Happy Shavuot! (Pentecost Pictures)
Finding Contentment: A Manner of Life Worthy of the Gospel and how that defeats ISIS
Many Christians struggle to find contentment, pursuing favorable circumstance as the ultimate solution. How is it that 21 men were content to go the way of John the Baptist in order to honor Christ Jesus as Lord? Can we find contentment no matter our circumstance? How can we live with ourselves as American Christians while … Continue reading Finding Contentment: A Manner of Life Worthy of the Gospel and how that defeats ISIS
Awful Tension
I'm a Christian living in America; a pastor in fact. This week my life is full of meetings, praying, studying to preach, writing, leading, discipling, speaking at a conference, and enjoying an occasional Starbucks on top of my home priority. I am doing my best to live for Christ by making disciples, equipping families, and … Continue reading Awful Tension
Brian Haynes 