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Category Archives: Thought of the day
Human Sexuality and Gender–What Say You Nature?
We live in a day where there is monumental concern over the genetic altering of crops and the general manipulation of a fragile environment to benefit our needs. “Don’t mess with nature” is the often repeated warning. And when an … Continue reading
Where is God when Evil Visits?
It was a few days ago that great evil visited Newtown Elementary School in the form of a crazed maniac unleashing his personal hell on innocent children. And a great many people and pundits continue to wonder, “How can we … Continue reading
God, Christmas and the Newtown School Shooting.
God didn’t think the world needed Christmas because it needed another festive holiday. He knew it needed rescue…it needed a Savior. He didn’t see peace on earth and goodwill towards men. He saw bloody Crusades, Salem Witch Trials, Wounded Knee, … Continue reading
Evangelism–not a long-distance relationship
I was thinking today about evangelism which is fundamentally “to bring good news to people.” Evangelism for the Christian is not a long-distance relationship or form of communication. Christian evangelism is in its greatest form when the distance between broken people … Continue reading
Patience is enduring time
“Waiting on God is not always easy, but the Lord promises to reward those who are patient. However you can’t be patient without having to endure time. That is the hardest part about patience and contentment– you can’t learn it … Continue reading
Can Prayer Change God’s Will?
If you haven’t yet visited Greb Boyd’s new sight www.reknew.org you ought to do it. Boyd tends to push the envelope on areas of difficult Christian thought where others have sort of acquiesced to either mystery or humanity’s finite perspective. While I … Continue reading
Evangelism = beggar to beggar
“Evangelism is one beggar telling another beggar where to get bread.” D.T. Niles (1951)
Lo Lo Jones: Commitment and Virginity
A few days ago I commented on a quote by John Maxwell who said, “Commitment is the result of choice, not conditions…commitment lasts when it is based on values.” Today this quote came back to my mind and I felt the … Continue reading
Conan O’Brian–the philosopher
“Sometimes it is our failure to become our perceived ideal that ultimately defines us and makes us unique. It’s not easy but if you accept your misfortune and handle it right, your perceived failure can become a catalyst for profound … Continue reading
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A Theology in Tension 