Pentecost and the Disruptive Power of the Spirit
How does the Holy Spirit work in the world today? This post explores the story of Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit tends to mess with our boundaries.
Where Did Jesus Go? | A Meditation on Ascension Sunday
Where did Jesus go? We can take that question in many directions. The texts from the Revised Common Lectionary this week revolve around the story of Jesus’ ascension in Acts 1:6-11. Jesus spent time with his disciples for several weeks after his resurrection....
Visual Resources to Study Acts During the Easter Season
Many churches study some portion of the Book of Acts during the Easter season. I’ve got some visual resources that will help to make that a fresh experience for your people.
Pentecost and the Disruptive Spirit in Acts 2
The Holy Spirit shook the room where the disciples were hiding and disrupted their lives forever. The Day of Pentecost is celebrated around the world by Christians of all flavors and marked as the “birthday” of the church. Explore my visual resources to study, preach, and teach about this important day.
Casting Lots for God’s Will?
How do we discern what God wants us to do? Can we simply roll the dice, flip a coin, or cast lots? Apparently, we can. At least the disciples did in Acts 1. Explore this text with me.