Josh Benner

Christians too often settle for less

By the Josh Benner Blog on August 14, 2018 • ( 0 )

In Numbers 32, the Israelites are pursuing the Promised Land when some of the tribes decide that they would prefer to stay outside the land. The chapter begins with: “Now the people of Reuben and the people of Gad had… Read More ›
The gospel in Les Miserables

By the Josh Benner Blog on August 13, 2018 • ( 5 )

Originally published as “Jesus in Les Miserables” on December 24, 2012 Caught. Jean Valjean had stolen silver from the Bishop and the local authorities had caught him red handed. On his own merits, there was nothing Valjean could do to rectify… Read More ›
I hope your wedding day is the day you love each other the least

By the Josh Benner Blog on August 10, 2018 • ( 0 )

I hope your wedding day is the day when you love each other the least. I hope the love is there. But I hope a week, a month, a year, 10 years, 50 years later, that you love each other… Read More ›
Willow Creek fallout continues as pastor and elders all resign

By the Josh Benner Blog on August 9, 2018 • ( 0 )

Willow Creek church was formerly the third largest church in America. A trailblazing church over the past 40 years under the visionary leadership of Bill Hybels. Hybles planned to retire later this year but this past spring, the Chicago Tribune… Read More ›