Category Archives: Scripture

Christ, the Fullness

Posted on October 17, 2026 by Jason

From The Valley of Vision. Excerpted from the prayer “Fullness in Christ.” Thou hast taught me that Christ has all fullness and so all plenitude of the Spirit, that all fullness I lack in myself is in him…that it is … Continue reading →

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The Anti-Gospel of “Saving Private Ryan”

Posted on October 16, 2026 by Jason

When Steven Speilberg’s Saving Private Ryan was released in 1998, I thought it was an immediate classic. It was hailed for its gritty, realistic depiction of the D-Day invasion at Omaha Beach in WWII and went on to win several … Continue reading →

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Christ is All

Posted on October 15, 2026 by Jason

My devotions recently have been coming from the Puritan prayer book, The Valley of Vision. This collection of prayers has provided such meaningful language for my own time of prayer each day. The prayer I read today is entitled “Christ … Continue reading →

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The De-Centering of Self

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Jason

In our day and age, the gospel can come off as little more than self-improvement. Our increasingly therapeutic culture regularly touts the benefits of mindfulness and gratitude, which certainly aligns with Christian practices of meditation and prayer. In that regard, … Continue reading →

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Greece: Philippi

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Jason
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Bruised Reeds

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Jason

Bruised reeds. Smoldering wicks. Isaiah says that the servant of the Lord will concern Himself with these. Isaiah 42:1-3 This is my servant; I strengthen him, this is my chosen one; I delight in him. I have put my Spirit … Continue reading →

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A Higher Compass

Posted on February 1, 2026 by Jason

A book I read recently explained that in the early days of Trans-Atlantic sailing, ships crossing the ocean would use two separate compasses. One of them was fixed to the deck where the helmsman could see it and try to … Continue reading →

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Praying Your Way Into Glory

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Jason

I was recently reading Luke’s account of the transfiguration of Jesus. And this line really stood out to me: And as he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white. Luke 9:29 I’d … Continue reading →

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Silent Night: Christmas 2025

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Jason

This holiday season, I have been thinking a lot about the lyrics of some of the songs we hear and sing around this time of year. I’ve thought about that line from Joy to the World, what it really means … Continue reading →

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Herald: Good News of Great Joy

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Jason

When I was a child, we would drive past Cumberland Presbyterian Church every Sunday and every Wednesday on our way to our church. And every year, right after Thanksgiving, Cumberland Presbyterian would have an elaborate nativity display set out on … Continue reading →

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