As we continue our journey through the Beatitudes, we come to the final three—each one more intense and more personal than the last. Together, they confront our inner life, our relationships, and our willingness to suffer for Christ. Jesus now blesses the pure in heart—not those with outward show, but those whose very desires and … Continue reading The Will of The Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lesson 3—The Beatitudes, Part 3)
Author: Jeremy Sprouse
Jeremy has been married to Erynn since August 1999, and together they are blessed with six children: Jaden, Isaiah, Isaac, Ean, Joseph, and Evelyn. He preaches for the Patrick St. church of Christ in Dublin, TX, and is an adjunct professor at the Brown Trail School of Preaching in Fort Worth, where he teaches: A General Introduction to the Bible, and Critical Thinking. Jeremy earned a B.A. in English, Mass Communications from Adams State University (Alamosa), a B.Th. from the Bear Valley Bible Institute of Denver, and an M.B.S. (Master of Biblical Studies) from Bear Valley. He writes to equip men for courageous, Christ-centered leadership.
Taking July Off: Books in the Forge
For the month of July, I’ll be stepping away from the Knights of Fatherhood blog. I’ve set aside this time to focus on completing a few book projects that are about 80 percent done and have been stuck like that for some time. They just need some refining and I have to finish editing them. These are … Continue reading Taking July Off: Books in the Forge
Songs of Strength and Wisdom (Psalm 9 and Psalm 10)
Our world doesn’t just tolerate wickedness—it often celebrates it. The arrogant prosper. The greedy grow powerful. The violent rise to fame. In the middle of this, the righteous cry out: “Where is God?” That’s the very tension Psalms 9 and 10 explore. Though divided in our modern Bibles, the rare ‘Selah’ at the end of … Continue reading Songs of Strength and Wisdom (Psalm 9 and Psalm 10)
The Will of The Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lesson 2—The Beatitudes, Part 2)
Introduction: In our last lesson, we began our journey into the Sermon on the Mount by studying the first few Beatitudes. We saw that Jesus describes not a path to faith, but a portrait of those who already belong to the kingdom: the poor in spirit and those who mourn. These blessings turn the world’s … Continue reading The Will of The Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lesson 2—The Beatitudes, Part 2)
Jesus to the Seven Fathers of Asia Minor
"He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says…" In Revelation 2 and 3, Jesus addresses seven distinct churches in Asia Minor. These were real congregations with real struggles, but they also serve a symbolic purpose. The number seven in Scripture often represents completeness, and here it symbolizes the full spectrum of … Continue reading Jesus to the Seven Fathers of Asia Minor
Songs of Strength and Wisdom (Psalm 8)
Have you ever stepped outside on a cloudless night—far from city lights—and looked up? The stars stretch across the sky like diamonds scattered on black velvet, and for a moment, the world feels still. As the galaxies shimmer above, you can’t help but feel tiny—just one life beneath a trillion stars. David knew that feeling. … Continue reading Songs of Strength and Wisdom (Psalm 8)
The Will of The Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lesson 1—The Beatitudes, Part 1)
Introduction: The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7) is one of the most famous and most challenging sections of Jesus’ teaching. It presents the heart of life in the kingdom of heaven At its core is this call from Jesus: “For I am saying to you, that if your° righteousness is not abounding more-than that … Continue reading The Will of The Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lesson 1—The Beatitudes, Part 1)
The Battle of the False Sir Joyous
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!” – Philippians 4:4 The Welcome of Sir Joyous (Based on Chapter 2 of W. E. Cule's Sir Knight of the Splendid Way) Sir Joyous was courteous and gracious, richly clad and full of generous hospitality. “Here you will meet with none but friends,” he said. … Continue reading The Battle of the False Sir Joyous
Meditating Like a Man of God: A Guide to Scripture-Filled Strength
Strength must be trained, and wisdom must be forged. Many Christian men, however, neglect one of the greatest spiritual disciplines—biblical meditation. In our busy world of screens, headlines, and constant noise, the practice of meditation might sound like something reserved for monks or mystics, and quite frankly doesn't sound manly. But long before modern culture borrowed the … Continue reading Meditating Like a Man of God: A Guide to Scripture-Filled Strength
Be the Father They Need: Paul’s Example for Men of Faith
When we think about fatherhood, we usually picture the men who raised us or who are raising children today. But fatherhood isn’t only about biology—it’s also about spiritual influence. In fact, in Scripture, we can see three types of human fathers: The biological father—sometimes called “baby daddy” today—who is present or absent in various ways. … Continue reading Be the Father They Need: Paul’s Example for Men of Faith
Knights of The Father 