The obedience that God demands and eternally rewards is given through faith in the Savior, Jesus Christ. To choose life is to choose Jesus Christ and walk by faith in Him.

The Scriptures are clear - those who don't abide by all that is commanded in God's law will receive His just condemnation. Yet the Scriptures are also clear - Jesus took upon himself the curse of the law in order that we might receive the blessing of eternal life.

God is the ultimate giver and we do well to remember, rejoice in, and reflect His generosity.

God, who is committed to promoting the welfare of His covenant people, also obligates them to do the same, by working for the good of their neighbor and by protecting the community from threats that would defile it.

If we are to be strengthened in our practice of prayer, we must embrace the reality that we are in a pitched battle for eternal souls, including our own.

Because the Word of God both gives and sustains our spiritual life, let us give ourselves to it with vigor in 2021.

Homily from the 2020 Christmas Eve service.

The glory of Christmas is that God has come in Christ to deal with our sin, end our warfare, and gather us into His arms eternally – this is our comfort.

God's people must practice righteousness within the covenant community of faith and righteousness as they gain victory over God's enemies.

If the Lord's people are to continue in righteousness, they need the righteous leadership that He promises to raise up to speak and act on His behalf.