Christmas has an interesting affect on so many people. In our culture, Christmas presents the possibility of presents, food, family, carols, lights, and all of our wishes coming true. The only problem is this: the human heart. Our…
In our youth’s culture of constant connection and instantaneous updates, they don’t have to wait for next week’s tabloid (or locker room chit-chat) for the latest gossip. Twitter takes care of that. With every slanderous story and incriminating…
I think one of the most unintentionally hilarious songs during the Christmas season is the umpteenth rendition of “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” because despite the wonderful sentiment, it’s not always the “hap-happiest season of…
“You did not choose Me, but I chose you…” (John 15:16) If I could give the teens I love one gift this Christmas season, it would be to have a heart like Mary. She doesn’t earn or even…
The video for Psy’s new song, “Daddy,” recently dropped and it’s already raking in the views on YouTube. The song is catchy and easy to dance to. It’s going to be everywhere – from our students’ headphones, to…
This is the first article in our series, “Here I am. Send me!” We learn in Isaiah 6 that only after the prophet is totally convicted of his own sin and failures, met by God’s perfect love and…
If the students at your church are anything like the ones at mine, then you probably have some level of pent-up frustration regarding screens, social media, and the ways they influence your students. Some of your frustration might…
The fifth year for Rooted is winding down and our ministry has much for which to be grateful. Every success, encouragement, and joy that we delight in comes purely as an expression of grace from the generous God,…
For many believers in our culture today, “repentance” is a word that has fallen out of favor. Many are still more than willing to talk about their “weaknesses” or “struggles.” Some are even willing to admit them in…
