Colossians: How Suffering Refines Faith and Advances the Gospel’s Reach In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Brian Ball and guest Fadi Al Hagal, the Multiplication Minister at Brentwood Baptist, delve into the themes of church multiplication and suffering in the Christian faith. They discuss the role of church
Scripture: Matthew 25:40 Devotion When we see the suffering and brokenness in the world, it should stir something deep within us—a desire to respond and make a difference. Whether it’s children without stable homes, families facing overwhelming challenges, or individuals feeling isolated, these needs should move us to act. But
By Pastor Rob Rose, Assistant to the Bishop, Florida-Bahamas Synod Republished from the Florida-Bahamas Synod E-Spirit Weekly Newsletter The past week took me on a journey across our synod, from the west coast to the east, meeting with congregations that had been battered by both Hurricane Helene and
Christianity is all about the human response of faith, or so popular teaching and perception would have us believe. Undeniably, faith is essential to Christianity—right? Or is it? I would argue that like rot in an apple, much of the malaise in contemporary Christianity stems from a rotten core. The
This college football season, a gilded statue of the Blessed Mother, standing high atop her dome, will glimmer as she greets thousands of Catholics heading to Sunday Mass following Saturdays’ nationally televised games in the stadium nearby. If you consider yourself a Fighting Irish fan, you may be picturing the
Faith Over Fear: The Israelites’ Struggle and the Power of Promises In this thought-provoking episode of Sermon Notes, co-hosts Jay Strother and Brian Ball delve into the rich tapestry of the Book of Numbers, exploring the interplay of obedience, leadership, and God’s redemptive discipline. They dissect Moses’ pivotal moment of
The Catholic tradition has much to say about the relation of science to the faith. In what follows I will discuss the development of that tradition, starting with its roots in Sacred Scripture and ending with some of the writings of St. John Paul II. A good place to start
There is no Faith Lens post this week “He came to his own home, and his own people received him not. But to all who received him he gave power to become the children of God” (RSV) ELCA Blogs