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The Horsepower of Olive Oil

by Ben Zornes · Sep 17, 2013

Davidâ€™s words from the 20th Psalm speak just as forcefully today as they did all those long centuries ago: â€œSome trust in chariots, and some in horses.â€ The ancient empires often measured their greatness and power in horses and chariots. Horses and chariots equated to strength in battle, mobility, and superiority of resource and wealth. Thus, it is no wonder that the Psalmist points out that some place their confidence in their horsepower; we havenâ€™t come very far have we?

Preaching by Proxy

by Ben Zornes · Sep 10, 2013

Around two millennia ago, the Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthian church and reminded them of something that we, as believers, are all too often ready to forget: â€œFor the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power (1 Cor. 4:20).â€ The first century was marked with the mightiest works of God this world has ever seen: the life, death, burial, resurrection, ascension and outpouringof the Spirit of Jesus Christ. Indeed, the old had gone, the new has come. Yet, 19 centuries later, we find ourselves in an age of spiritual malaise, where it appears secularism has Christianity on the ropes.

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The Ministry of Intercession

by Ben Zornes · Nov 19, 2012

I recently ran across this lovely poem, crafted by the sweet hand of F.R. Havergal, the great hymnodist and Christian poet. May it press you deeper into a blazing, passionate, Christ-drenched prayer life. [Read more…] about The Ministry of Intercession

The Standard of the Cross: Hudson Taylor’s Blazing Passion

by Ben Zornes · Jan 17, 2012

It is hard to peer through the haze of decades and centuries and discern the motives, intents, desires, longings, and passions of great men of history. When Washington crossed the Delaware, what feelings were truly beating within Him? As Alexander the Great marched from kingdom to kingdom, what thoughts motivated his every move, and flittered through every dream? When William Wallace fought upon the fields of Bannockburn, what creed genuinely coursed through his soul? When Luther nailed the 95 Theses to the door of All Saints Church in Wittenberg, what spurred him onward and what affections swelled his breast? It is hard to know. However, the annals of history, the letters, correspondences, personal writings, journals, testimonies from friends, acquaintances and enemies, and other numerous witness give us a structure whereby we can sort of squint our eyes and make out the personality, characteristics, and motives of these persons of renown.

The Hymns EP

by Ben Zornes · Jul 23, 2011

Years ago began my obsession with what some would consider antiquated and out-dated material. Everyone wants to push the envelope, do something new, and be fresh. I am sort of an odd anomaly, I guess! I am drawn to that which is tried, true, and authentically steadfast and sturdy. As I began perusing the yellowed pages of old hymnals, I began to realize that this modern generation was missing something in the seeming never ending flood of so called “praise and worship” music. That something was majesty and richness. We had a lot of cute and clever phrases. [Read more…] about The Hymns EP

The Spirit’s Fruit

by Ben Zornes · Jul 6, 2011

Paul describes nine aspects and results of the Spirit of God dwelling within a man. It is commonly known as the fruit of the Spirit. It is literally the outflow of the life of God in the soul of man. Let your soul yield to life-giving river of Life, which is the Spirit! [Read more…] about The Spirit’s Fruit

Hand Motions: Courtesy of CH Spurgeon

by Ben Zornes · May 19, 2011

So, I picked up a profoundly helpful book by Charles Spurgeon. It is entitled: Lectures to my students. Spurgeon started a Pastor’s College, and it was an incredibly God-honoring establishment. As I was reading I came across a few pages full of illustrations. These illustrations are intended to help preachers be effective in their preaching. I am going to start implementing some of these hand motions to make my own preaching more powerful. Perhaps this is where Piper learned his hand motions from!

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