PRAXIS - where life and faith meet

Jesus Matters! - Audio

In Jesus Christ, God's Kingdom Reign has broken into this world. The question is.... will we bow the knee and be loyal subjects to that kingdom, or will we cast our lot into other allegiances?

I'm a Work in Progress and So Can You - Audio

None of us has arrived at spiritual perfection. We are all works in progress. Nowhere is that more evident than when we are given the responsibility of parenting. Fathers (and Mothers) are a work in progress, sustained by Gods grace.

I'm Still Running - Audio

I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me Heavenward in Christ Jesus. Phil 3:14 Our Brother, Bud Henthorn relates his road to Grace.

Who's Really in Charge? - Audio

Sometimes it seems like we are the ones in charge of making our plans, setting our course, and fulfilling our dreams. However, the reality is that there is a God and it’s not any of us! There is only ONE who can rightfully claim the title Sovereign One and He promises that when we place our lives under His control that then and only then will we ever discover the true meaning to our lives.

A Letter from Dad - Audio

In the Bible we have one of the greatest gifts ever given to the human race. As God’s very own Word to us, the Scripture gives us a glimpse into the heart and vision of our Heavenly Father, who’s will for us is perfectly tailored for our blessing.

Becoming a Eunice - Audio

From a biblical perspective, not only do we want our young people to grow up to be healthy, happy, and successful. We want them to be grounded in a bedrock value system with Christ as the foundation for all that they become. In order for it to become real for them, young people need to see living examples of adults who are committed to living out their faith in Christ on a daily basis.

Dying Means Living - Audio

An essential ingredient to being a follower of Jesus (as compared to just a fan) is our commitment to denying our own self-interest and placing Jesus’ interests above our own. The great irony of it all, however, is that in dying to self we learn how to really live!

The Long Season - Audio

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven. Whatever is has already been, and what will be has been before; and God will call the past to account.

Learning to Live Under Authority - Audio

To claim Jesus as Lord necessarily involves the abandonment on our part of any rightful claim to our lives. The great paradox of all of this, however, is that in submitting to His authority we actually gain more freedom in our lives, not less.

Follow Me: Leaving the Past Behind and Leaning into the Future - Audio

The life we have been given to us through Jesus is meant to be lived actively, daily, and in the same sort of manner that Jesus Himself lived. In order to begin that journey, we have to be willing to let go of our past and lean into the future He is unfolding for us.