Attributes of God
From Him, Through Him, To Him: Why We Worship a God Who Needs Nothing
Worship does not make God glorious but confesses what is already true by those dependent on him. Worship belongs to the order of truth and not the economy of exchange.
What to Do When You Don’t Feel Like Praying
Adoration can not only anchor us but also lead to surprise, exhilaration, and joy as we realize that our God’s beauty and goodness are inexhaustible. The more we contemplate the character of our God, the more he shocks us with how well he deserves our cry, “Glory!”
Imaging God in Our Hobbies
If the image of God is who we are, then it makes sense it could be seen in many different facets of our lives. It would show up not only in the way we speak or act towards others with holiness, but even in the very desires that guide how we want to spend our time. We would find glimpses of the imprint of God within our callings and vocations, but we would also find it spring up within our play.
What Is the Purpose of Matthew’s Genealogy?
Matthew’s genealogy, properly understood, gives us good news of a gracious God—one who loves us, pursues us, and works through us even when we are sinful (Rom. 5:8). Matthew’s genealogy ultimately points us to this: God has sent his Son, our only Savior, to give us eternal hope.
What Did You Expect from God, Anyway?
The MRI results come back and they don’t look good. Your paycheck just won’t cover all the bills this month. Another negative pregnancy test. You get the midnight phone call no parent wants to get. No human is immune to suffering, adversity, and the juggernaut of circumstance in a broken world. And, aside from our […]
