I'm on a Mission from God
The Blues Brothers had sunglasses and a mission. Jesus gives his followers something greater: the call to make disciples and the promise of his presence. Continue reading: I'm on a Mission from God
Blog: Biblical teaching & reflections on following Jesus
Taking God and his Word seriously. Myself? Not so much.
Not Just Up There: God Makes His Home in Us
What it means to be made new in Christ and to have the Holy Spirit dwelling within us. Continue reading: Not Just Up There: God Makes His Home in Us
Jeff Buckner Commissioned as Pastor on August 30, 2026
On Sunday, August 30, I was commissioned as a licensed pastor at Christ Community Church in San Diego. Continue reading: Jeff Buckner Commissioned as Pastor on August 30, 2026
Must I Be Born Again?
Jesus’ words to Nicodemus reveal why spiritual rebirth is not an optional kind of Christianity, but the necessary work of God from above. Continue reading: Must I Be Born Again?
Ready to Give a Reason for Our Hope
Evangelism is less about having a polished presentation and more about living with a hope so real that people ask about it. Continue reading: Ready to Give a Reason for Our Hope
Reading the Bible with Jesus at the Center
A simple approach to reading Scripture as one unified story that leads us to Christ. Continue reading: Reading the Bible with Jesus at the Center
The Next Faithful Step
Discipleship usually grows through ordinary acts of trust, obedience, and love. Continue reading: The Next Faithful Step
The Gift of an Unhurried Prayer
Slowing down in prayer makes room for honesty, attention, and trust in the presence of God. Continue reading: The Gift of an Unhurried Prayer
The Ministry of Making Room
Hospitality often begins with the simple decision to make room for another person to be seen and known. Continue reading: The Ministry of Making Room
The New Covenant Starts with Psalm 40
Psalm 40, Jeremiah 31, and Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice Continue reading: The New Covenant Starts with Psalm 40