As parents, I know the idea of making disciples of Jesus out of our kids can be incredibly intimidating. It was for me. Whenever I imagined teaching God’s Word to my kids, I always envisioned Ned …
Unity in Tragedy
I don’t really do partisan politics on this blog. I find the world to be divisive enough as it is, and I don’t feel called to add to the mix. At times, I’ll write about political issues — those …
Jay’s Blog – Seeking Shalom
I love the beginning of the school year because it always brings a sense of optimism and enthusiasm. And, while I love it, I know it doesn’t last. I always joke that I lead the best school in America …
Peacemaking 101
I could spend the rest of my life studying Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5, and specifically the Beatitudes, Christ’s statement of those who are blessed in His Father’s Kingdom. Christ sets …
Season of Repentance
As you probably know, yesterday was both Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. One of my wry friends wondered whether he should smear chocolate instead of ashes on his wife’s …
Original Sin
This year, as we’ve been looking at spiritual warfare through our school theme, “Battle Tested,” one area that I haven’t yet talked about is perhaps the most devastating idea of all, yet one we often …