Throughout Scripture, we see a pattern: people place their ultimate hope, trust, and worship in things that cannot bear that weight.
Category Archives: Practical Theology
Between Altar and Flag: Patriotism and the Worship Service
When we consider patriotic elements in worship, we’re not asking a neutral question about cultural preference. We’re asking a deeply theological question: What kind of people is this forming us to be?
When 500 Friends Feels Like Zero: How God’s Community Heals Our Digital Loneliness
When we examine Scripture’s teaching about the nature of God Himself, we discover that our longing for connection runs deeper than social media algorithms can reach.
Scattered by Sin, Gathered by Grace
God didn’t just want us back in His presence; He wanted us as His heirs.
The Ultimate Family Reunion
“Every time we gather for worship, every time we choose unity over division, every time we invite someone else to “come and see” – we’re giving the world a preview of the greatest family gathering in history.”
God with Us, and Us with God
Life changes when we grasp this simple truth: God is with us now, and we’re learning to be more fully with Him.
The Shepherd, the Sheep, and the Lamb
The biblical imagery of shepherds and sheep might seem distant from our modern experience, yet it speaks to our deepest need: to be known, protected, and led home.
Encountering the Risen Lord: From Doubt to Devotion
This resurrection reality isn’t just history—it’s our present invitation.
When Jesus Speaks Your Name: The Personal Power of Resurrection
Only when Jesus speaks her name—”Mary”—do her eyes open to the glorious reality before her.
The Cross at the Center: A Good Friday Devotional
The cross isn’t just central to our theology; it’s central to reality itself.
Josh Cehulik 