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The Prince’s Poison Cup

Doug — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:11:56 +0000

Are you looking for a creative way to teach the truth of the gospel to your kids this summer? I would highly recommend The Prince’s Poison Cup by R.C. Sproul. My whole family watched the DVD last night and it prompted a lot of good discussion. Even my four-year old boy was captivated with the story and listened intently. Take a look at this intro video below and buy the DVD and/or book.

Over-Parenting vs. Missional Parenting

Doug — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:17:15 +0000

Gospel Centered Discipleship, a website started up by my friend, Jonathan Dodson, just posted an article I wrote awhile back called, Over-Parenting vs. Missional Parenting. I hope it encourages you in your parenting journey.

A Bunch of Easter Ideas for Families

Doug — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 15:25:56 +0000

Looking for more ideas to prepare your family for Easter? Go here.

Easter Videos to Show Your Kids

Doug — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:34:15 +0000

I like these videos of the Easter Story (taken from this website) that walk through the Book of Mark:

Jesus on the Cross (Mark 15:22-32)
The Death of Jesus (Mark 15:33-39)
Jesus is Alive (Mark 16:1-7)

And Watch the Jesus Storybook Bible video below w/your kids

Evangelism is for Everyone

Doug — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:57:13 +0000

This past Sunday I preached from Colossians 4:2-6 and unpacked these two simple points:

1) Evangelism is for Everyone

2) Evangelism Happens Every Day

You can listen to the message here. John Dickson’s book, Promoting the Gospel, was a valuable resource as I prepared for this message. I highly recommend it.

Why Easter? A New Easter Devotional for Families

Doug — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 21:17:42 +0000

I’m excited about Why Easter? a new resource that helps children understand and celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Tedd Tripp, author of Shepherding a Child’s Heart, gives his endorsement:

Since most Evangelicals do not follow the church calendar, Easter often catches us unprepared. Barbara Reaoch comes to our aid with a four-week series of devotions for parents and children that will increase our joy at Easter. These devotionals are well-crafted, theologically sound, and doable. They could be used year after year as a wonderful family tradition.

You can click here to download a sample of the first 3 lessons.

God-Centered Living at Work – Matt Perman

Doug — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:14:41 +0000

This Sunday, I invited my friend, Matt Perman, to speak to my church on how the gospel relates to the workplace from Colossians 3:22-25. You can listen to his message here.

I’m excited about Matt’s new book coming out in September called, What’s Best Next: How the Gospel Changes the Way You Get Things Done. I encourage you to check out his blog as well.

The Hidden Hero in Your Home

Doug — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:17:53 +0000

This past Sunday I preached from Colossians 3:18-21. In this passage, Paul gives us 4 Family Rules, but behind each of these rules is the One who has fulfilled every one of them. Jesus Christ came to do what we could not do. He came to undo what Adam and Eve had done in the fall. The fall affected everything, not just us as individuals but it affected all our relationships including marriage and family life. Jesus came to restore these broken relationships through his death on the cross. He came to make us new. Our old self is dead and gone and our new self is alive. And we bring this new self into our relationships, into our home life.

Listen here.

My Sermons On-line

Doug — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:07:59 +0000

For those of you who are interested, you can now listen to my sermons on-line here.

D6 Days

Doug — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:42:51 +0000

Over the last decade, I’ve been highly involved in ministry to families. During those years, I’ve learned that discipleship has got to start in the home and then spread outward. That’s why I’m excited about D6 Days – a way to experience the D6 Conference from your computer, iPad, or tablet for FREE at D6Conference.com/D6Days. The D6 Conference aims to equip church leaders by addressing what’s ahead for the church as we disciple the next generation for Christ.

There are three different D6 Days in 2012: February 21, April 17, and July 24. D6 Days content will be available for up to two weeks after the listed dates.

The folks from D6 graciously gave me a couple books that I look forward to reading in the coming days. They are:

You Lost Me: Why Young Christians Are Leaving the Church … And Rethinking Faith by David Kinnaman. I read Kinnaman’s book called, unChristian, awhile back and appreciated his insights.

The Legacy Path: Discovering Intentional Spiritual Parenting by Brian Haynes. Haynes provides a clear path to influence the faith of the next generation by helping parents become the spiritual leaders for their families. Highly recommend it.