Starting Out As a Child Is How We Are To End

Keith KettenringBible Insights, Christian Living, Ministry Leaders, The Uncommon Journey

In one of **Bill Cosby’s first recorded comedy routines, he talks about some experiences of his childhood beginning with the line, “I started out as a child.” The audience erupts in laughter. It’s a funny line because it states the obvious, but normally forgotten, truth. We all start out our lives as children. Spiritually speaking, it’s too bad we don’t … Read More

2 Simple Realities That Make All The Difference On Your Faith Journey

Keith KettenringAncient Paths, Bible Insights, Christian Living, The Uncommon Journey

Could it be that faith in God has gotten complicated for you?  Many believe you must understand a certain theological system or interpret scripture using a hard-to-grasp paradigm before your relationship with God makes sense. I don’t think so!  [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] For decades I studied God and his ways. Sometimes, I’d back myself into an intellectual corner and sit there … Read More

A True Test of Spirituality & 6 Ways To Deal With It

Keith KettenringBible Insights, Christian Living, Prayer & Fasting, The Uncommon Journey

I once heard Warren Wiersbe, popular evangelical writer and speaker, say that if you want to get a true picture of the spiritual life of a prospective pastor, put him on the basketball court not behind the pulpit. I agree. The true nature of a person is best shown by their interactions with others when self-control is tested. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] … Read More

Faithful Perseverance On The Journey: It Takes a Team

Keith KettenringBible Insights, Christian Living, The Uncommon Journey

I’ve got to be honest – I don’t understand faith. I’m confused by faith’s various aspects. For example, if I ask in faith I’ll receive what I ask for. The notion that people who meet certain conditions can ask and God will give them what they desire, seems to have support in scripture (Matthew 7.7-11; John 15.7-8). Whole ministries and … Read More

Exploring the Grandeur of Magnanimity

Keith KettenringBible Insights, Christian Living, The Uncommon Journey

Would you like a Great Soul? What does that mean? What does it look like? There’s no need to settle for a puny or mediocre soul. Let’s aspire to greater heights. Let’s all live magnanimously. That’s right, with magnanimity. Yep! Let’s be magnanimous. Huh? That’s a word you don’t hear often. Let’s explore it a bit. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] Definitions of Magnanimity … Read More

What Does It Mean to Be A Christian?

Keith KettenringBible Insights, Christian Living, Ministry Leaders, The Uncommon Journey

It seems such a basic & easy question – What does it mean to be a Christian? Yet, there is a lot of confusion. Ask 10 people and you may receive 10 different answers. What would your answer be?   [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] Christian = Christ Being a Christian is being like Jesus Christ – a “Christ-one.” According to Jesus Himself … Read More

Dying Before You Die: A Reflection

Keith KettenringBible Insights, Christian Living, The Uncommon Journey

There’s an old word which, like all great words, has deep meaning. Words like this have a life of their own. It was born quietly somewhere in Japan several centuries back and grew into something powerful. Then like a great investment, it split multiple times, increasing in value far beyond its original, literal meaning. The word is Zanshin (残心). [featured-image … Read More