The Pulse Podcast with Matthew Ruttan

A biblical definition of humility

In the ancient world, humility wasn't really a good thing. But in the Bible, it's massive--and good. Here are some biblical examples and a definition for those seeking to be like Jesus on the narrow path.

When it comes to virtue, roots before fruits (2 Peter 1)

We often fail. And we do so in a world that sometimes seems to be throwing in the towel. And yet, we are called forward in Christlikeness. In this sermon (also released as a podcast episode) we unpack 2 Peter 1 and what he says about the "ladder of faith." We also remind ourselves that we are ever-desperate for grace.

Worry, Humility, and an Antidote to the Devil (1 Peter 5)

Can the Devil use pride and focusing too exclusively on yourself to inflate worry in your life? Yes. He can, he does, he will. Worry loves to make you question the past, fear the future, and doubt God in the present, so that you are forever frantic and mentally somewhere else. However, by focusing on […]

Why do we say The Apostle’s Creed in Church?

It goes back to the early days of the church. Some say it, some don't. What is it, and why? This post and podcast explains. These statements are hills worth dying on. And many have.

A Hope That Will Soar Unhindered—A Prayer

There is a great hunger for prayer. Tim Keller writes: "Prayer is awe, intimacy, struggle--yet the way to reality." Join in with this prayer I led at a worship service. "Come, Holy Spirit..."