“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” (Philippians 4:8, ESV) People rarely stop to ask who decides what fills their minds each day. In the digital... Continue Reading →
Psalm 51, Made New
“To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David, when Nathan the prophet went to him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba. Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin! For I... Continue Reading →
Is Love Enough?
As we process grief and struggle to understand, we often think that if someone knows they’re loved, that should be enough to keep them here. It’s as if love has a built-in safety net that keeps people from falling into despair as if it can reach into the darkest places and pull someone back just because it exists. That... Continue Reading →
Identity & Influence in a Digital World
“For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.” (Galatians 1:10, ESV) Approval is a powerful force. It shapes decisions, molds identities, and influences the way people see themselves.... Continue Reading →
You Are Never Alone
When you walk through a stormKeep your chin up highAnd don’t be afraid of the dark.At the end of the stormIs a golden skyAnd the sweet, silver song of a lark.Walk on through the wind,Walk on through the rain,Though your dreams be tossed and blown.Walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart,And you’ll never... Continue Reading →
Phillip W. Martin 