Jason Boucher

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:8 (ESV). In a time where many things are being questioned and, in some cases, changed, what remains trustworthy? This is an important question to consider. While the rumbling under our feet might be louder than usual, I can almost guarantee there have been seasons of questioning in your life previously. Perhaps you asked Jesus yet did not see someone you love healed. You poured your heart out for provision but still struggle week to week.[...]

A.W. Towzer once said, “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” That is a bold statement, but I tend to agree. So, let me narrow the scope by asking my own question. “When you think about the Holy Spirit, do you think power or Person? Memory or a memorable life?” Here is how I would answer my own question. Cheeky, I know. In High School, I had a great friend named Mike. Now I haven’t seen him for twenty-five years. Nothing terrible happened; life[...]

"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight." Proverbs 9:10 (ESV) A favourite book of mine of the Bible, for a variety of reasons, is Proverbs. I can get lost in the structure of these short statements of wisdom. Seeing the difference between knowledge, understanding, and wisdom was significant for me. As an example, I know about leading. Knowing comes from books, podcasts, principles, and others. I understood leadership better through experience, both heal[...]

Sin can occur on an individual level and be evident on a societal level. Here is a question I have been asking myself these past few years. Q: Do I believe what Jesus said about division? “Every kingdom divided against itself is headed for destruction, and no city or house divided against itself will stand. Matthew 12:25 (CSB) Difference is ok; division is never our friend. To normalize, to justify sin, we often befriend division; the world would be better if everyone became more like me. Sadly, we see[...]

Our focus this month is on abiding, following, and practicing - all things we are to do, but why do we do them? An answer would be authority. Yes, you read that correctly, authority. When we abide in Christ, follow Christ's example, and practice spiritual disciplines to be more like Christ, ultimately, we surrender to His authority and work of formation in our lives.   I am going to go out on a limb to say, if we are following Jesus, each of us desires for Him to use our lives to see more of God's Kingdom[...]

If you and I were to spend any length of time talking about what it means to be a Christian, while I am keen to hear the story of how your faith journey began, I would be equally interested in how your life is actively being formed by following Jesus. For us to have a conversation about formation or following, we would need to discuss disciplines. You know, those things you may not always wish to do, but do so because your desire to become more like Jesus is your over-arching passion in life. A passion which[...]

To heal, we need to talk to, not at one another. We also must be disciplined to do so in a productive manner. Not easy. Especially now. Several years ago, a worthy discussion took place within a group of younger adults. Each could hear what one another was saying, and many listened up to the point of disagreement. The disagreement sadly turned divisive. This isn’t a young, it’s a people thing. While there are layered reasons to explain what took place, a lesson learned is how vital it is not only to talk[...]

"Therefore take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm." Ephesians 6:13 ESV To stand firm in Christ, sometimes we need to first let go. Letting go can be a season, a sin habit, an offense, even an unhealthy expectation. As this pandemic's end is within sight, it is time to let go. Sometimes this is done best with a guide. I wanted to share with you a three-step process the Lord is using in my life. This can be done in a single sittin[...]

A.W. Towzer once said, “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” Bold statement, but I tend to agree. So, let me narrow the scope by asking a question of my own. “When you think about the Holy Spirit, do you think power or Person? Memory or a memorable life?” Here is how I would answer my own question. Cheeky, I know. In High School, I had a great friend named Mike. Now I haven’t seen him for twenty-five years. Nothing terrible happened; life just[...]

We don’t much like weakness. Most of us do all we can to shield others from seeing where we are weak. In 2 Corinthians, Paul is speaking about a specific deficiency. We do not desire weakness to be a part of our lives, but it is still present. Personally speaking, I particularly don’t enjoy this type of weakness. Who among us likes to struggle repeatedly with the same defeating issue? If this is you too, we’re in good company with the Apostle Paul, who said, “Three times I pleaded with the Lord about[...]