The Songs we Sing Every Sunday, Redeemer Church gathers together, and as a part of our service, we sing God centered songs of worship. That is not all we do, but it is an important element of our worship service every Sunday. Have you ever wondered, “where do these...
Chronic Pain and the Gospel Definition of Chronic Pain: An ever-present experience of distressing and sometimes debilitating physical pain that invades one’s body and severely impacts every single aspect of that person’s life (my definition). When I was asked to write...
Discipline and Punishment: Know the Difference How would you explain the difference between punishment and discipline? You have likely heard attempts to clarify the differences between the two, but if you’re like me, you may still find it slightly difficult to clearly...
Finding Rest in the Messiah “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” -Matthew 11:28 I love an unexpected snow day. There is just something about the quiet and beauty in a fresh dusting of snow that invites us to rest. Have you thought...
Willful Seasonal Amnesia It happens every year—football season begins, the weather starts to cool, and Thanksgiving comes and goes; then enters the sentimentalism and nostalgia of the Christmas season. By the middle of November I see “baby Jesus”...