Is it possible for our faith to get stronger? Can our faith grow so that we have a closer relationship with God? The answer is a resounding yes. Faith is not static; it is dynamic and meant to grow as we become more like Christ. The Essence of Faith The...
As a believer attending a Bible church, it’s quite likely your immediate answer to the question, “Is the Bible sufficient?” is a resounding “Yes!” And that’s to the good! But if I add the phrase “for counseling,” suddenly many of us aren’t so sure. I have had the privilege the...
If we haven’t heard the cliché recited to us personally, we’ve certainly witnessed it in one of the myriad films that continue to repeat the line. Suspended on a rope over a chasm, crossing a dangerous bridge far above a cataract, or navigating a ropes course at a summer camp,...
This last week I had the privilege of sharing some of both my story and my wife Amanda’s story with those who attended our adult Sunday School hour. I had shared that story before in other contexts, and I had often reflected on the various ways God has worked through...
The mission of VBC Bridge Ministry is to equip and minister to God’s people by skillfully applying the word of God to the difficulties of life. I am passionate about that work because I have become convinced that out of all the possible options, the Bible has better answers to...