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Christian Identity as the Foundation of Formation Christian identity serves as the foundation for spiritual formation, discipleship, recovery, and theological education. The various projects highlighted here reflect a common commitment to helping individuals and churches grow into the image of Christ through intentional formation and gospel-centered discipleship. This monthly update provides a structured overview of…
The Image of God remains one of the most important doctrines in Christian theology. In this article, I place Herman Bavinck and Matthias Joseph Scheeben in conversation to explore how the imago Dei shapes our understanding of humanity, grace, discipleship, and Christian formation. If identity is rooted in being made in the image of God,…
Jungle Ministry Nigeria is a Christ-centered recovery, discipleship, and educational ministry located in Jos, Plateau State. Working among men affected by substance abuse, crime, and generational poverty, Jungle Ministry Nigeria seeks to bring lasting transformation through the gospel of Jesus Christ, biblical discipleship, addiction recovery, leadership development, and theological education. How Jungle Ministry Nigeria Combines…
Ongoing Theological Work and Ministry Formation Current Projects July 2026 provides a structured overview of ongoing work in theological writing, pastoral ministry, recovery discipleship, and global church formation. While these areas of work may appear diverse on the surface, they are ultimately directed toward a common goal: equipping the Church through deep discipleship, theological reflection,…
Scott Harrower’s God of All Comfort presents a trinitarian response to human suffering and trauma. Through a close reading of Matthew’s Gospel, Harrower argues that God meets those who endure horrors through the incarnate Son and the indwelling Spirit. This review explores his use of Scripture, trauma theology, divine impassibility, and the movement from despair to hope.
Introduction: Ongoing Theological Work and Ministry Formation This monthly update provides a structured overview of ongoing work in theological writing, pastoral ministry, recovery discipleship, and global church formation. These projects are unified by a central aim: equipping the Church through sustained theological reflection and practical discipleship. Much of this work is intentionally long-term and formative,…
This monthly update offers a working snapshot of my ongoing writing, teaching, formation, and global ministry labors. All of these efforts are directed toward equipping the Church, strengthening pastoral and lay discipleship, and recovering a rich theological vision of the human person made in God’s image. Much of this work is intentionally patient, layered, and…
This monthly update offers a working snapshot of my ongoing writing, teaching, formation, and global ministry efforts. All of these projects are directed toward equipping the Church, strengthening pastoral and lay discipleship, and recovering a robust theological vision of the human person made in God’s image. Much of this work is intentionally slow, layered, and…
Our Spring leadership training is set for April 11 at Ministries of Jesus from 8:30am to 10:30am–there will be coffee and snacks available. Historically these sessions have proven effective and helpful for the safety and growth of not just our Celebrate Recovery ministry–but also for the discipleship that happens naturally through our Recovery Ministry. Having…
With two co‑leaders, I am currently leading a Step Study with ten pastors from across the country. This is the third one I’ve led, and all of them have proven to be helpful—and even transformative. You can find more information about CPR, along with an audio link to a recent podcast, here. If you are…