Posts from Lent that were adapted into a book, Emptied Out, published in 2012.

When Freedom Becomes An Idol

March 1, 2012

Today’s Scripture focus: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7 I can still hear their voices even today: “You can be anything you want to …

Temptation’s Root

February 29, 2012

Today’s Scripture focus: Luke 4:1-13 I’ve always had a hard time trying to imagine Jesus really, truly, being tempted. Maybe it …

February 29, 2012

Today’s Scripture focus: Mark 1:9-13 One of the great spiritual highs I have as a pastor is the privilege of baptism. …

February 27, 2012

Today’s focal passage: Matthew 4:1-11 Let me begin by saying, “I don’t like to fast.” I don’t like the feeling of …