by Mark Vroegop | Articles, Spiritual Growth
Turning water to wine was Jesus’ first miracle in the Gospel of John. According to 2:1-12, the wine ran out at a wedding. It would have been terribly embarrassing to the groom. Jesus quietly intervened. He instructed the servants to fill the ceremonial jars for...
by Mark Vroegop | Articles, Prayer, Spiritual Growth
For over 15 years, I’ve led a monthly prayer meeting for the churches I’ve served. One of the most inspiring moments is when we ask for people to share answers to prayer. Frankly, I’m not sure why we don’t do this more, because it is always deeply encouraging. I’ve...
by Mark Vroegop | Gospel of Johnn, Spiritual Growth
“For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.” (John 1:17) The Old Testament law was a gift. But it wasn’t enough. After God delivered Israel from slavery in Egypt, leading them through the Red Sea and destroying Pharaoh and...
by Mark Vroegop | Lament, Pastoral Ministry, Spiritual Growth
The following article was posted on the 9Marks Journal: Memorials matter. Consider the Vietnam Wall, the Holocaust Museum, the Tomb of the Unknown Solider in Washington, D.C.—or the National Center for Peace and Justice (the Lynching Memorial) in Montgomery, Alabama....
by Mark Vroegop | Articles, Spiritual Growth
If we are honest, there are elements of perfectionism in all of us. The scope of the issue may not be widespread or all-encompassing. But I would guess there are particular areas of where perfectionism lingers underneath. A few examples: Overworking out of the fear of...
by Mark Vroegop | Articles, Gospel of Johnn, Spiritual Growth
The first chapter of John lays the foundation for who Jesus is and what he does. The opening verses identify Jesus as pre-existent, fully God, and the creator. But it isn’t long until John pivots toward the mission of Jesus. The incarnate Son of God aims to...
