A Defining Moment
In the last few posts, we’ve been looking at Christmas through Mary’s eyes. We began by considering Mary’s perspective on Christmas as she approached her own…
The Piercing of Mary’s Soul
About fifteen years before Mary’s death, she watched her son die. It was the day we now call Good Friday, but to Mary there was nothing that seemed good about it as she …
The Hope of Resurrection
At the Church of the Resurrection each year in December, we hold a special worship service for everyone who lost a loved one that year. We recognize that Christmas itself can…
Christmas Through Mary's Eyes
Can you believe that Advent begins in four weeks? What will your church or small group study for the Advent season this year that will help you experience the meaning of…
Three Short Video Clips From Wesley's England
During the last few weeks, I’ve been publishing excerpts from my new book, Revival, which focuses on the life and faith of John Wesley and how his experience and approach to …
Charles Wesley and the Music of the Wesleyan Revival
I’ve blogged recently about John Wesley’s life and faith, which is the subject of my new book, Revival. But I must also highlight another great leader in the…
Opposition, Persecution, and Perseverance
John Wesley challenged listeners throughout England (and Scotland, Ireland, and Wales) to a deeper level of commitment and a serious pursuit of a holy life. Wesley said that many…
The Foundry in London: Two Sides of the Gospel
John Wesley spent much of his time in London during 1738 helping to form a religious society that became known as the Fetter Lane Society. Religious societies were organizations…
Divisions in Our Church, Divisions in Our Nation
I spent 24 hours this week meeting with a group of 16 leaders in the United Methodist Church discussing the issue of homosexuality and if there is a way to hold the denomination…
God's Love for Sinners and Drunkards
As I look back over my life, the best parts all have something to do with the love of God. My choice to follow God has made me a better husband to my wife, a better father to my…