The idea that faith and science are incompatible is mostly due to misunderstanding the nature, function and limits of both.

Most of us treat the Bible as a collection of disconnected verses given to us by God to provide wisdom, guidance, and comfort. But it is better understood as a collection of writings that tell one epic story of God, creation, his people and redemption.

You cannot be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature.

Love is a refuge that is always available and more than enough.

The opposite of agape love is not hate; it’s self-absorption.

In an impatient and hostile world, agape love is countercultural.

Anything minus love equals nothing.

Our closest relationships are radically reoriented under the Lordship of Christ, who rules with self-giving love.

Our identity in Christ leads to a different, countercultural lifestyle in a new, multiethnic humanity marked by mercy, generosity, forgiveness and love.

Christ has launched a Kingdom that provides a hope filled answer to life’s biggest questions: Who am I? What’s wrong with me? Why am I here?