25Oct/23

Men Lifting Holy Hands: A Call to Worship and Service

October 25, 2023Weekly Blog1 Timothy 2:8, apostle Paul, dependence on God, hands, Jewish tradition, men, Prayer, priestly act, Roman gesture, surrender, worshipJeff Hagen

Is there something to men lifting their hands to God in prayer or worship?

In his first letter to Timothy, the apostle Paul writes, “Therefore I want the men everywhere to pray, lifting holy hands without anger or quarreling” (1 Timothy 2:8). This simple phrase, “lifting holy hands,” has a rich meaning and significance.

19Oct/23

On Men and Loving Truth

October 19, 2023Weekly BlogDavid, ideal vs. reality, Israel's kings, man after God's own heart, masculinity, relationship with truth, religious perfection, repentance, Saul, TruthJeff Hagen

This piece explores the contrast between cherishing truth and striving for religious perfection, using the stories of David and Saul, two of Israel’s kings, to exemplify this dynamic. It boils down to our relationship with truth. Do we love it and pursue it, or do we avoid it and refuse to develop a taste for it.

13Oct/23

When Helplessness Becomes Power

October 13, 2023Weekly Blogabundant life, Freedom, God's grace, performance, religion, righteousness, spiritual helplessness, spiritual journey, Spirituality, trust in ChristJeff Hagen

When we place our trust in Christ for personal forgiveness and righteousness (a right relationship with God), we embark on a spiritual journey. Along this path, our aim is to taste the freedom of approaching God on His terms, without the need for our own performance. For many, this promising start is succeeded by years of striving to lead a spiritual life. Why? I believe it’s because a part of our inner makeup is inherently religious. “Religion” revolves around my endeavors to please God. Genuine spirituality revolves around my relationship with God through Christ, given freely and received freely.

05Oct/23

Romans 1:14-17 Spiritual Power: A Dynamic of Weakness and Strength

October 5, 2023Weekly Blogability, Christian life, dependency, gospel, Holy Spirit, Paul, power, salvation, spiritual power, strength, weaknessJeff Hagen

Power is the ability to do something or to produce a desired effect. It can be physical, mental, or spiritual. In the context of the Christian life, spiritual power is the ability to live and witness for Christ in a way that is effective and transformative.

28Sep/23

Redeeming Time and Influence “Biblical Perspectives on Value and Purpose”

September 28, 2023Weekly BlogAdvertising, Ecclesiastes 3:1-2, Influence, Intrinsic Value, Life's Worth, NIV, Success, Time, Timing, Value of Time, wisdomJeff Hagen

Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 (NIV) beautifully encapsulates the profound truth about the value of time: “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot.”

22Sep/23

Romans 1:8-13 – Spiritual Gifts in Team-building

September 22, 2023Weekly BlogCategories of Spiritual Gifts, Jesus' Disciples, Ken Boa, Kingdom of God, Ministry Gifts, Motivational Gifts, Romans 1:8-13, spiritual gifts, Team Building, teamworkJeff Hagen

Romans 1:8-13

“Teamwork is the secret that makes common people achieve uncommon results”.

– Ifeanyi Enoch Onuoha, Nigerian Poet & Author

14Sep/23

Journey Through the Book of Romans: Embracing Your True Identity in Christ

September 14, 2023Weekly BlogBook of Romans, Christian faith, Christian men, Faith, Hill Cities, identity, self-discovery, spiritual journey, Spirituality, true identity in ChristJeff Hagen

Few years ago, I embarked on a journey into the Book of Romans. At that time I took with me the men who are part of Hill Cities. I hope you can join us as I revisit my series on Romans and make it available to my online audience.

07Sep/23

Tyndale’s Challenge To Christian Men in America Today

September 7, 2023Weekly BlogBible translation, Christianity, church, Congregation, English Bible translation, Protestant Reformation, Tyndale, Tyndale New Testament, William TyndaleJeff Hagen

What if we took Tyndale seriously? How would this transform us as men? What would be the domino effect on our families and the culture as a whole?

“Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.” Corinthians 12:27 (NIV)

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)

01Sep/23

Commentary on the “Nationwide Study on Faith and Relationships”

September 1, 2023Weekly BlogChristianity, church, Communio, Endgame, Faith and Family, fatherhood, Gender Gap, JP De Gance, marriage, Nationwide Study, relationshipsJeff Hagen

JP De Gance, the esteemed founder and president of Communio and co-author of the influential book “Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America,” is a recognized expert at the intersection of faith and relationships. His extensive research and insights have earned him recognition in esteemed publications like Christianity Today and The Gospel Coalition.

24Aug/23

Jordan Peterson to churches – invite the young men

August 24, 2023Weekly Blogancient stories, Canadian professor, Christian churches, Genesis, Jordan Peterson, passionate message, psychological aspects, risk, theater, WestJeff Hagen

About a year ago, Jordan Peterson, a Canadian university professor, went out on a limb and published a passionate message to the Christian churches in the West.

Now, Jordan’s not one to mince words, and he’s stepping up to the plate with a message he believes is important.