born and raised twice in the bay, I preach Jesus and him crucified
This year, at the @Eastside Church of Christ, we are embarking on a voyage together. "The Big Picture: The Narrative of Scripture" is a journey through the grand tapestry of God's redemptive story woven from Genesis to Revelation. This series uncovers the threads of promise, covenant, and redemption that bind together the pages of the... Continue Reading →
At some point, all of us will struggle with our faith, perhaps to a point where we wander from our King. The Scriptures provide warning signs that should set off alarms worth our attention. As 1 Corinthians 10:12 warns, “Therefore let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall.” Seven Danger Signals... Continue Reading →
The book of Jude sits near the end of the New Testament; inside, we discover a potent and relevant message for Christians facing challenges. Jude tackles the threat of ungodly influences infiltrating the Christian community with solid theological affirmations, poetic condemnations of ungodliness, and practical guidance for believers in such situations. We are living in... Continue Reading →
At some point in 1996, I met Dudley Spears in Bowling Green, KY. I was slowly making my way towards preaching. By making my way, I mean doing everything backward and more complicated than it should be. I was always impressed with his ability to write clearly and swiftly at a rate I couldn't fathom... Continue Reading →
"And when the sixth hour had come, there was darkness over the whole land until the ninth hour. And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, "Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?" which means, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" And some of the bystanders hearing it said, "Behold, he is... Continue Reading →
Phillip W. Martin 