Someone once said that the challenge of living is to develop a long obedience in the same direction. When it’s demanded, we can rise on occasion and be patient…as long as their are limits. But we balk when patience is required over a long haul. We don’t much like endurance. It’s painful to persevere through…

Today is Easter Sunday, and we’re not gathered together. This does not mean that we do not live in light of the reality of the resurrection of Jesus! He’s alive, y’all! Turn up your TV or your stereo or your headphones or your laptop, watch the music videos and sing along. Listen to the Scripture…

Try to imagine what that Saturday morning must have felt like. The disciples woke up early no doubt, as it’s unlikely they slept well, if at all. For three years they had been following Jesus, traveling all over the place. Think of the things they had seen with their own eyes. They saw Jesus walk…

This Good Friday, unlike most (all?) we’ve ever experienced, feels rather solemn, much like the original Good Friday must have felt. This is the first time in eight years that New City Church will not gather with Fourth and Creston Churches to worship our Lord together for giving his life for ours. As many know,…

This morning I read through the book of Amos (it’s only nine chapters). In chapter 7 I was struck by Amos’ openness and transparency. He was called as a prophet, which means he was sent to speak God’s words on behalf of God, and the message he had for the nations surrounding Israel, as well…