Pressing on the Upward Way: How God Shaped the Life, Love, and Faith of My Father-in-Law

"Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground."Psalm 143:10 I recently had the bittersweet privilege of delivering the eulogy for my cherished father-in-law at his memorial service. As I pieced it together, I listened as the family filled in many details, and those …

He Leads and She Submits? How an Egalitarian Faithfully Reads the Bible on Marriage

This past Saturday, I had the honor and joy of officiating the wedding of my son Jay and his lovely wife, Hannah. Part of that responsibility included giving a homily on marriage: a short, reflective sermon to impart the principles most important for flourishing in the journey ahead. After considerable trepidation, I ultimately opted for …