This is a fun resource to recommend, not only because it is a great children’s book (and I love children’s literature), but because it is written by one of our own! Madison Darling takes a look at an oft-overlooked story in the context of God’s people inheriting the Promised Land. A story of what God means when he says “everyone.” With a “persistent widow” type faith, Madison does a beautiful job of encouraging us to not give up, because he who promised is faithful. And sometimes we have to remind one another of that.

Christ is All,
Pastor Jay

Daughters of the Promise by Madison Darling is available on Amazon.

There is a rise in theological content online. It can be difficult to find trusted voices that proclaim the truth in love.

Gavin Ortulnd’s Truth Unites is one of the best in this area. In it, he dives deep into theological issues, but what sets him apart is HOW he does it. He is gracious, kind, and fair to those he disagrees with. All while handling topics with great skill, knowledge, and wisdom.

He seeks to bring unity in the evangelical church and help us understand why we believe what we believe and how critical each belief is to our faith.

At his website, you can find links to his podcasts, videos, articles, and books.

One you could start with…
A 5 minute case for “why be a Christian?”

But there are so many great ones – just find a question that is interesting and check it out!
https://truthunites.org/

— Jay Williams

Ask anyone how they are doing, and most times it won’t take too long for them to say, “Busy.” Living hurried lives is so normal that it has reached levels of cultural pandemic. We are increasingly overloaded, overwhelmed, and unrested.

But that isn’t the life we are called to live in Jesus.

Is it possible to live unhurried lives in such a rushed world? Do the ancient practices of the faith still matter? John Mark Comer addresses these topics in his book, “Ruthless Elimination of Hurry.” He says that not only is it possible, but essential if we want to experience the abundant life that Jesus offers. And the tools to live in the modern world are older than you think.

This has been one of my favorite books and has radically changed the way I think of work and rest.

— Jay Williams