Whatever else the terrorists of 9/11 wanted to accomplish, they succeeded in one thing: the world stopped and took notice. We have all heard the question: “What were you doing?” Or “Where were …
I Do This On Purpose!
It happens about once a week. I’m on the frontage road of Hwy 287 walking in the heat (100 degrees) with my water bottle in hand. I’m not screaming along, but walking at a good clip, when someone …
The Dumbing Down of the American Church
"I"m not a theologian, but...". Years ago I heard this said with the meaning that the person respected the theologians (a term meaning someone who studies God), but didn't see himself at that level. …
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And who exactly are you?
Last week I posted an announcement on our HOA Facebook page and the Nextdoor site that encompasses our community. I let it be known that we are starting a Bible study in our home in September—a study …
Avoiding legalism, or how to not be a Pharisee.
As I speak with people about discipleship, the Essentials and the Spiritual Health Assessment (if you aren’t sure what this is about, go to www.essentialfaithproject.org) I frequently receive two …
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Is there a “Christian” response to the shootings?
In the last few days we have all been shocked and saddened by news of yet more mass murders--shootings of people who were at everyday places doing everyday things and thinking they were safe. But …
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