This is a question that comes up more often than you might think, especially at funerals or in moments of grief. Someone passes away, and well-meaning people say things like, “Heaven gained another angel,” or “God needed another...
THREE MINUTE THEOLOGY
Why Should We Pray for Our Leaders? (Three Minute Theology)
Prayer is not passive. It’s powerful. It shapes our hearts and it shapes our world. And Jesus absolutely wants us to use it, especially for the people with the most influence.
What Does It Mean to Be Saved? (Three Minute Theology)
Three Minute Theology is a series of blog posts, each designed to offer a quick but meaningful look at a subject related to God and faith - something you can read in just a few minutes but reflect on for much longer. Think of this as a starting point, not the full...
The Seven Deadly Sins: What They Are and How to Beat Them (Three Minute Theology)
The Seven Deadly Sins quietly work against our spiritual growth, wreck our relationships, and leave us wondering why life feels off and why God feels distant. But here’s the good news: we don’t have to be stuck in these patterns forever. Jesus came to set us free. So let’s dive into what these sins are and, more importantly, how we can kick them to the curb.
“How Can God Be Everywhere At Once?” (Three Minute Theology)
Three Minute Theology is a series of blog posts, each designed to offer a quick but meaningful look at a subject related to God and faith - something you can read in just a few minutes but reflect on for much longer. Think of this as a starting point, not the full...
“How Can I Be Sure I Can Believe and Trust the Bible?” (Three Minute Theology)
If you’re like most of us, at some point you’ve wondered, “Can I really trust the Bible?” Maybe you’ve heard someone say, “It’s just an old book full of contradictions.” Maybe you read something weird or confusing in Leviticus and thought, What in the world is happening here? (You’re not alone.)
So how do we know the Bible is legit?
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 on the Advisory Team for The Unstuck Group. Jimmy and his wife, Ashley, live in North Canton with their four kids: Braylon, Carter, Ellie, and Grace.