This is a page of resources that I've written and books and articles that I've found helpful to think more deeply about the Bible, theology and ministry.  Please note that me recommending a resource is not necessarily a full fledged endorsement.  Rather, they are resources that I've found have helped me think more deeply in forming the understanding I have today on important characteristics of the gospel and the kingdom and ministry.  

Churches of God Articles & Blog Posts
These are written for Churches of God publications

Ministry Isn't One Size Fits All

We Are Too Focused on Pastors

We've Not Read the Bible As Well As We Think

Going Deeper Blog Posts
This is my personal blog - there are many posts.  Here are a few I'd like to highlight.

One Thing Disciples of Jesus Must Ask

Reading the Bible Through a Kingdom Lens

Who Has Authority?

Jesus' Heart for Pharisees

Two Kinds of Time

What is Eternal Life?

Where Will Christians Spend Eternity?

The Beautiful Invitation of Discipleship

Inward Vs. Outward Focused Churches

If Jesus Can Cry, So Can I

Loving Our Enemies

Proverbs Aren't Promises

Books For Every Disciple
These are books I've found helpful and accessible 

The Good Life - by Derwin Gray
Living in Christ's Presence by Dallas Willard
What is the Bible and How do We Understand It? by Dennis Edwards
What is the Trinity and Why does it Matter? by Steve Dancause
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The Insanity of God by Nik Ripkin

Books For Deeper Study
These are resources that go a bit deeper.  Some are substantially more academic.  While I've read lots of good books in this category, here are some of the most significant.

The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas WiIlard
(and pretty much anything by Willard)

Salvation by Allegiance Alone by Matthew Bates
Gospel Allegiance by Matthew Bates

Primal Fire by Neil Cole

Paul and Gender by Cynthia Long Westfall

Faithful Presence by David Fitch

For a longer list of recommended Resources for Biblical Studies, click here.

Podcasts
These are podcasts I've found consistently helpful.  Not every episode will be equally so.

The Bible Project - These podcasts go in depth on Biblical books and themes.  Accompanying Youtube videos are great.
Check out the series about the New Testament Letters.

The After Class Podcast - Three Bible Professors talk about issues in Scripture.

Everyday Discipleship - Helpful discussion about applying discipleship to everyday life.

The Insurgence - provocative thoughts on the kingdom of God and living it out.

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