Psalms/Scripture

Eager Hope (Philippians 3)

Believers live a dual citizenship – as full citizens of this world loyally obedient to God, and as citizens of heaven waiting for their full redemption in Christ. Paul calls for full maturity on this matter.

December 22, 2010 | 8 min read
Affirming Priorities (Philippians 3)

Paul aims to encourage the Philippians to live with joy and find deep assurance by faithfully standing in the conviction that their union with Jesus Christ provides credentials and righteousness that cannot be matched.

December 22, 2010 | 10 min read


Imitating Christ (Philippians 2)

The “mind of Christ” is powerfully portrayed for us in his humiliation and in receiving the name above all names as the one to be worshiped. We will give him this worship by coming to His Table.

December 17, 2010 | 12 min read
Finding One Mind (Philippians 2)

Our position in Christ calls and obligates us to have the mind of Christ, to be as selfless as he was for the sake of and service to others.

December 17, 2010 | 9 min read

Coop's Column - No Mother Half So Mild

Since both God and humans are personal, we humans can grow both in knowledge of and intimacy with God. In fact, we must grow. For to love God more and more requires that we learn more and more about God.

December 10, 2010 | 4 min read