19Jul/24

The Miracle of God’s Protection – For Prophets and Presidents

July 19, 2024Commentary, Weekly Blogdivine protection, TrumpJeff Hagen

The concept of divine protection is a recurring theme throughout the Bible and continues to resonate in modern times. In this post I want to highlight three distinct examples: one from the Old Testament, one from the New Testament, and the last one involving President Donald Trump.

12Jul/24

Be Anxious for Nothing: A Biblical Perspective on Anxiety

July 12, 2024Weekly Blogapostle Paul, be anxious for nothing, biblical principle, human experience, mild worry, New Testament, NIV, Philippians 4:6, reality of anxiety, severe panic attacksJeff Hagen

In the New Testament, the apostle Paul offers a profound piece of advice in his letter to the Philippians: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God” (Philippians 4:6, NIV).

This encouragement to be anxious for nothing is not merely an idealistic notion but a deeply rooted biblical principle that acknowledges the reality of anxiety while providing a divine solution.

27Jun/24

The Call to be a City on a Hill

June 27, 2024Weekly Blog2024, Christian men, city on a hill, faith cornerstone, Independence Day, light of the world, modern societal norms, Sermon on the Mount, standing in culture, traditional Bible viewJeff Hagen

STANDING UP AMIDST DARKNESS

The traditional view of the Bible, which has been the cornerstone of our faith for centuries, is being challenged by modern societal norms. This can be depressing but it can also serve as an excellent backdrop for our light to shine brighter, if we remember our calling as a city on a hill in a world that desperately needs it.

20Jun/24

Beyond Fathers Day – The Divine Call to Fatherhood

June 20, 2024Weekly Blogcall of God, crucial, development, Father's Day, fathers, misunderstood, National Fatherhood Initiative, role of a father, undervalued, well-beingJeff Hagen

Father’s Day just passed, but call of God on fathers remains.

Sadly, in today’s postmodern America the role of a father is often undervalued or misunderstood. Yet, the presence of a father in a child’s life is crucial to their development and well-being.

13Jun/24

Leading with Integrity: Mentoring the Next Generation of Christian Men

June 13, 2024Weekly BlogChrist-like behavior, Christian community, Christian men, integrity, leadership, legacy, mentoring, Proverbs 10:9, respect, TrustJeff Hagen

The importance of mentoring cannot be overstated, especially within the Christian community. As Christian men we are called to lead with integrity, modeling Christ-like behavior to the younger generation.

30May/24

Jesus, the Ultimate Male Role Model

May 30, 2024Weekly BlogChristian Values, Crisis of Faith, Crisis of Manhood, Jesus as the Ultimate Male Role Model, Jesus' Compassion, Male Role Model, Manliness of Jesus, servant leadership, Spiritual Leadership, Strength and HumilityJeff Hagen

Jesus as the Ultimate Male Role Model

Throughout history, the figure of Jesus Christ has stood as a beacon of virtue, compassion, and strength. His life and teachings have provided us with a timeless template for what it means to be a man, offering an ideal that transcends cultures and eras. In a time where the concept of manhood faces unprecedented scrutiny and confusion, Jesus’ example is more relevant than ever. His manliness and role as a male model are not just aspects of his identity; they are central to who he is and what he represents.

The crisis of manhood we witness today can be traced to a broader crisis of faith, where Christianity’s core, centered on Jesus, has been marginalized or misunderstood.

23May/24

The Top Three Lessons on Wisdom From the Bible

May 23, 2024Weekly Blog1 Kings 3:5-14, Book of Proverbs, Daniel 1:17-20, Daniel's Wisdom in Babylon, divine wisdom, Jesus Christ, Jesus' Teachings on Taxes to Caesar, rarest virtues, Solomon's Request for Wisdom, wisdomJeff Hagen

Wisdom seems to be one of the rarest virtues in the world. An entire book is dedicated to wisdom in the Bible. Scholars generally agree that Jesus Christ Himself identifies with Wisdom in the Book of Proverbs, Chapter 8.

Could these three situations rank as the top three lessons on wisdom in the entire Bible?

16May/24

What Would Jesus’ Commencement Speech Sound Like?

May 16, 2024Weekly Blogbright future, commencement speech, community, graduation, hope, Jesus, Knowledge, new chapter, students, welfareJeff Hagen

For many students, it’s graduation time. Commencement speeches will be echoing throughout America in the weeks to come. What would Jesus’ commencement speech sound like if He was invited to give one?

What would He have to say to the young people getting ready to step out into the world?

09May/24

3,000 baptized. But where?

May 9, 2024Weekly Blogaqueduct, baptism, Bier aqueduct, controversy, Gihon Spring, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, Jerusalem, Pentecost Sunday, Siloam Pool, SpiritJeff Hagen

Pentecost Sunday is coming up. And while the baptism of the Spirit remains a contentious issue in the Christian world, water baptism isn’t much behind when it comes to controversy.

On the Day of Pentecost 3,000 Jews who had come to Jerusalem for the great feast of Shavuot, heard the apostle Peter preach and accepted his message, accepting Jesus as the Messiah of Israel.

03May/24

The wisdom of three Christian literary giants for our day and age

May 3, 2024Weekly Blog19th century, digital communication, globalization, ideologies, industrial revolution, liberalism, Marxism, nationalism, political changes, scientific advancementsJeff Hagen

As we watch the Western world getting swept into political turmoil, it’s worth remembering something similar was happening in the 19th century, during which time three great Christian men left a remarkable literary legacy for the world.