My Presentation on E.A. Skogsbergh

July 15, 2026

I recently presented my research and book on E.A. Skogsbergh, a pivotal Swedish-American preacher, at Fairview Covenant Church in Mound, MN, as part of their 125th Anniversary. Fairview was established in 1901 out of Skogsbergh’s gatherings on Lake Minnetonka at the turn of the century. I explain how Skogsbergh’s tireless efforts inspired my own journey to plant MainStreet Covenant Church, drawing a parallel between our current day church plant and Skogsbergh’s historical impact. … More My Presentation on E.A. Skogsbergh

The Holy Insurrectionist: E.A. Skogsbergh

July 11, 2026

I read history like a sweet-toothed child looking through the window of a candy shop. Mouth watering. Eyes bulging. Desiring to break through the glass of time in order to smell, touch and taste the goodies inside. Historians are time-travelers at heart, searching the archives for old photos and writings that can transport us back to another era. One of my favorite time-traveling destinations is Lake Minnetonka in the 1880s where the greatest preacher among the Swedes had his summer cottage. … More The Holy Insurrectionist: E.A. Skogsbergh

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What Your Garage Sale Says About Your Soul

June 29, 2026

Springtime in the Upper Midwest is a resurrection of sorts, pulling forgotten lives from the icy clutches of winter onto sun-drenched driveways. We spread our histories across plastic folding tables, inadvertently inviting neighbors to browse the remnants of our years. This is not merely a matter of home organization; it is an audit of the soul conducted in the open air of suburbia. It forces a sobering question: What would a post-mortem estate sale reveal about the texture of your character? … More What Your Garage Sale Says About Your Soul

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The Greatest Father’s Day Gift

June 20, 2026

In Paul’s letter to Timothy, his young apprentice and “son in the faith,” Paul mentions 10 important things that Timothy “knows full well” about Paul’s life and faith journey. Sadly, many of us have never taken the time to get to know these things about our own parents/grandparents and mentors. This Father’s Day, check out my guide to Ten Spiritual Legacy Conversations. … More The Greatest Father’s Day Gift

“Wildwood Flower”

June 16, 2026

My musical talent comes from my mom’s side. Mom is rusty now, but was a fine piano player and would occasionally dazzle us with the accordion. But Dad had a guitar tucked away that we occasionally beg him to pull out. Whenever he brought it out, Dad had one go-to song he would, ahem, attempt to play: “Wildwood Flower.” … More “Wildwood Flower”

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Deep Dive: My Youth Ministry Approach

June 9, 2026

Continuing to get to know myself according to AI, today I asked Google Gemini: “Summarize Jeremy’s philosophy of youth ministry and his experience as a youth pastor.” I learned that my philosophy transitions away from traditional entertainment-based “church-as-usual” models toward a grassroots, relational, and “Jesus-shaped” spiritual revolution. Check it out! … More Deep Dive: My Youth Ministry Approach

The Invasive Gospel: A Theology of Dandelions

May 22, 2026

Jeremy humorously explores the dandelion’s resilience as a metaphor for spiritual growth and community acceptance. It critiques societal standards of lawn perfection, suggesting that such norms reflect cultural biases rather than natural truths. Jeremy advocates for recognizing the beauty in the unconventional, much like the Early Church’s enduring spirit. … More The Invasive Gospel: A Theology of Dandelions

The Epicurean Takeover: Rethinking Temple, Sabbath & Human Vocation

May 11, 2026

In this nerdy post, Jeremy offers a summary of a lecture of N. T. Wright critiquing contemporary views, suggesting they echo ancient Epicureanism. He emphasizes a more integrated understanding of reality through the ancient Jewish concept of the Temple and Sabbath, inviting a reevaluation of history and theology. … More The Epicurean Takeover: Rethinking Temple, Sabbath & Human Vocation