“Why Is God Violent in the Old Testament?” (Three Minute Theology)
If you’ve ever read through the Old Testament, you’ve likely wrestled with the stories of war, judgment, and divine wrath. How do we reconcile the God of love revealed in Jesus with the God who commanded the destruction of entire nations? Is He a different God? Did He change?
Trusting Jesus After Church Hurt
Church hurt is one of the deepest wounds a person can experience. When the place that was supposed to be a refuge becomes a source of pain, it can shake your faith to its core. You might find yourself questioning everything - God, the church, even yourself. But if...
There is Always Hope
In his book, Hope for the Troubled Heart, Billy Graham tells the story of a man who was the only survivor of a shipwreck. He washed up on the shore of a remote island, completely alone. He managed to build a hut on the island for shelter, and he put everything he had...
Jesus’ Platform for the 2024 Election
DISCLAIMER: If you're a Christian who is easily offended or triggered, I love you but please stop reading here and go watch this video of baby bunnies. For everyone else, here is a quick summary of where Jesus stands going into this election cycle: Jesus loves people...
Six Principles to Make 2024 Your Best Year Ever
Here we are, closing out another year and just like the past few, this one has been a crazy ride. It's safe to say that almost all of us have experienced some highs and lows this year. But for some of us, "high" and "low" just don't do justice to what we've been...
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ABOUT JIMMY
Jimmy McLoud is the Lead Pastor of First Christian Church in Canton, Ohio. His passion – and the vision of First Christian – is to share the good news that Jesus is for all people by helping them find hope, purpose, and a place to belong. He serves on the Board of Directors for The Solomon Foundation and as a Ministry Consultant for The Unstuck Group. Jimmy and his wife, Ashley, live in North Canton with their four kids: Braylon, Carter, Ellie, and Grace.