Facing any mountain-sized problems as you seek to serve the Lord? If so, you'll want to hear the message given in Zechariah 4. This chapter has become a great encouragement to me. It reminds us of our mountain-moving God.
Category: Old Testament
Tuesdays with Zechariah (Chapter 3)
Ever feel unclean and unworthy before God's holy presence? If so, you are not alone. In Zechariah 3, we discover what can be done when we feel undone by our own sinfulness.
Tuesdays with Zechariah (Chapter 2)
This week, our study of the fascinating book of Zechariah takes us into chapter 2. Here we find some stunning and stabilizing promises from the Lord. If you could use some encouragement today, check out Zechariah 2.
Tuesdays with Zechariah (Chapter 1)
Ready to start learning more about the fascinating Old Testament book of Zechariah? Here's a post that explains and applies Chapter 1.
Start the New Year with Zechariah
Ready to go deeper in the Bible in 2026? Why not start the year learning about a relatively unknown book in the Old Testament. I'm talking about the book of Zechariah. It's a puzzling but powerful book with much to teach us. So start the New Year with Zechariah.
What Do You Get Someone Who Has Everything? (Wise advice from the Magi)
What do you give someone who has everything? That’s a gift-giving challenge faced by many of us who live in an affluent society. In a sense, we face the same problem when it comes to giving a gift to the One whose incarnation we celebrate each year. What do you give Jesus? Afterall, he literally has everything he needs.
The Surprising Glory of Christmas
When you think of God’s glory shining brightly in the Christmas story, what comes to mind? I suspect many of us think of the angels who lit up the night sky over Bethlehem. But as stunning as the angels were, the greatest display of God’s glory at Christmas was not in the night skies over Bethlehem.
The Shaping Power of Friendships (Part 4 of 4)
I have two favourite songs about friendship. The first is James Taylor’s classic, “You’ve got a friend.” Don’t you love the promise he makes in the chorus: “Winter, spring, summer, or fall, all you’ve got to do is call, and I’ll be there—you’ve got a friend.” Where can we find a friend like that?
Preachers: Stay on the Expository Path
Preachers and teachers have a choice to make every time they prepare to speak. They must choose the path they will travel. Here's why they should choose to stay on the Expository Path.
Why Sermon Manuscripts Make Better Sermons (Part 1)
After preaching for almost 40 years, I still write a manuscript for every sermon. I get the fact that not everyone is sold on writing out a manuscript for their messages. So let me offer seven reasons why manuscripting is worth the time and effort.
Rick and Linda Reed 