Author Archives: Jason

On Repentance

From Kalistos Ware: To repent is to look, not downward at my own shortcomings, but upward at God’s love; not backward with self-reproach, but forward with trustfulness. It is to see, not what I have failed to be, but what … Continue reading →

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Quote: Brought to the Glory of God

The Christian gospel is not merely that Jesus died and rose again; and not merely that these events appease God’s wrath, forgive sin, and justify sinners; and not merely that this redemption gets us out of hell and into heaven; … Continue reading →

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The Business of Busyness

In the past week, I’ve had no fewer than 7 different people begin a conversation with me in this way: “Jason, I know you’re really busy, but…” Seriously. Seven different people. This is cause for some serious reflection. Apparently I’m … Continue reading →

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On Glory

This week, I’ve asked a few of my close friends to help me think through the concept of the glory of God. I’m preaching this week from Exodus 33, the narrative of Moses asking to see the glory of God. … Continue reading →

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Greatest Game Ever?

Obviously, it should come as no surprise to most of you that I’m on cloud nine today. My beloved Cardinals, down to their last strike, not once but twice, the season hanging by a precarious thread with the Rangers poised … Continue reading →

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Quote: Jesus Went the Way of the Cross

From First Importance, a great daily reminder of the nature of the Gospel: As the captain of salvation, Jesus Christ in his earthly ministry marched from Sinai to Zion, leading captivity captive. Resisting the way of glory falsely promised by … Continue reading →

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The Greatest of These

Over the years, I’ve developed my own working theology of Paul’s discourse on love found in 1 Cor. 13. I’ve used this material in sermons, in premarital counseling, and in conversation with good friends. In particular, I’ve always been struck … Continue reading →

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Guts

This might be my favorite Cardinal team in recent memory. When ace Adam Wainwright went down in March, Cardinal fans braced for a long season. “Let’s just sign Pujols,” was the prevailing sentiment among many. Play for 2012 and beyond. … Continue reading →

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Breaking the Fast

So about a month ago, I decided to take a two week fast from Facebook. A few days into my fast, I heard a bunch of people griping about some changes Facebook had made, how much they hated it, etc. … Continue reading →

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