1 Timothy 4:6–10
The Grace Notes devotions in 2024 are based on verses from 1 Timothy. Each devotion includes Greek, pastoral ministry notes, and prayer. January: Paul’s salutation (1 Tim 1:1–2). February: Paul’s purpose in writing to Timothy ...
When a Seminary Graduate Comes to Town
My assignment was to write an article answering, “What is it like for a group of Christians to welcome one of the seminary’s new graduates?” Members of this southern congregation, however, saw the word “welcome” ...
Worshiping with the Reformers
In some way, all of theology is practical—it applies to the individual and congregational lives of believers, and the pastor has a key role to play in applying good theology in so many ways. It ...
Practicing What You Preach
It all began in the spring of 2009. My older son asked me if I wanted to attend the Citizens’ Police Academy conducted by the Mequon Police Department. These are programs that many police departments ...
Listen, Learn, and Love
I am very fortunate to work with incredible women. Day in and day out, I am blessed to be in a position to support mothers as they work to build a secure future for themselves ...
Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God what is God’s
Pastors are eager to share the powerful truths of God’s word with the world. Pastors are eager gently and lovingly to rebuke and encourage the brothers and sisters in Christ who are part of their ...
Four Branches – October 2024
Jump to: Exegetical Systematic Historical Practical Exegetical theology: The CGBM: “They’re changing our Greek NT!” A seismic shift in NT textual criticism has occurred. After decades of little change in the text of the Greek ...
In Service to the Lord
Selfless service, sacrifice, strong relationships, and requirements to go where one is called—are all things that military service and ministry have in common. Members of our military are ready to give up their lives for ...
Registration for Celebration of Ministry Opens November 1!
Registration for the 2025 Celebration of Ministry retreats opens November 1. We look forward to gathering with you in 2025! Members of the classes of 1990, 2000, 2015, 2022 along with their wives are invited ...