the ancient art of shalom

A longer summer recap post is forthcoming, but in the meantime, two thoughts (somewhat connected).

I was reading Bruce Waltke’s commentary on Proverbs for class, and ran across this statement:

“Arrogance means self-exaltation over another person and violates the fundamentally equal honor of each individual (Proverbs 8:13; 16:5; 29:23). The LORD will humble the proud who set . . . → Read More: Then there was me…

I’m at the home stretch in my preparation! I’ve had about four weeks to compose 11 messages for a youth camp coming up next week, and boy, it’s been a tough road. God has challenged me so much in my faith and trust in Him. I’ve really come to grips with my insufficiency . . . → Read More: 11 Sermons, One Week