[I originally gave this talk in chapel service for kids ranging from kindergarten to 8th grade.] Joy is so much more than happiness. Happiness is no homework one night. Or when the teacher lets you go outside for the class period. Or when you get an...

We all know the fruits of the Spirit. At least, those who have some familiarity with the church have probably heard about the fruits of the Spirit. Maybe you even know a song or two! The idea is that if you are someone with the Spirit then there are...

There’s been a lot of buzz since former President Donald Trump was booted from Twitter, and then Facebook. Interestingly, I saw this particular event become a tipping point for Christians to complain about Christian censorship–even though the censors...

To read through the whole Bible, you might need to think outside the box. You have permission to read the Bible in ways that suit you. The post Bible Reading Tips for 2021 appeared first on Jake Doberenz. The post Bible Reading Tips for 2021 appeare...

I had to think REALLY hard about books I’ve read in 2020. Because the first half of this year seems like twenty years ago. However, I managed to remember a few reads. I now commend these books to you. They are in no particular order. [Also, follow me...

A college student discovers whatever he says becomes Truth. The post Master of Truth: A Short Story appeared first on Jake Doberenz. The post Master of Truth: A Short Story appeared first on Jake Doberenz.

The following is the text of a sermon I gave to college students recently. But it’s important for everyone to hear. The Gospel of Luke, 14:25-26 – 25 Now great crowds accompanied him, and he turned and said to them, 26 “If anyone comes to me and does...

What is social media? What's its purpose? Does religion belong in this place? The post Does Religion Belong on Social Media? appeared first on Jake Doberenz. The post Does Religion Belong on Social Media? appeared first on Jake Doberenz.

I review the book "Doubtless: Because Faith is Hard" a book about approaching doubt as a young adult. The post “Doubtless” – A Book Review appeared first on Jake Doberenz. The post “Doubtless” – A Book Review appeared first on Jake Doberenz.

I received the following book for free from Kregal Publications in exchange for an honest review. Without further to do, here’s my honest review of the faith-informed thriller Cross Shadow! Jumping in On Book Two I knew this was a sequel, but I jumpe...