To Live Is Christ
(Colorado Springs: David C Cook, 2013), 81
What I’m Reading (2017)
"Theodore Rex" by Edmund Morris
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In our current day, when political figures seem larger than life, loved and hated, but never ignored, Theodore Roosevelt would be a superstar. A sickly child, Roosevelt fought to become everything he thought a man should be. Brash but intelligent, Roosevelt climbed the ranks quickly to become the youngest president at that time. Theodore Rex […]
Odd Things Christians Say
"I'm Blessed"
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One of the classic Christian go-to phrases is the ever-popular “I’m blessed”. I guess it is used to make sure that we squeeze God into the equation whenever someone asks us how we are doing. I’m not “good”, I’m blessed! It’s a way of insinuating that God had something to do with our good fortune, […]
Odd Things Christians Say
"God said it, I believe it, and that settles it"
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Christians say some odd things. It’s ok, most subcultures do. It’s important however to stop every so often and examine the words we use and the impact they have with people who don’t have a history in the church or in Christianity. One phrase that comes up at times as a way to stop conversations […]
Timothy Keller
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God (New York: Penguin Books, 2014), 73
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God (New York: Penguin Books, 2014), 73
Odd Things Christians Say
"Eternal Life"
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If you are around a church for long, you will hear someone talk about eternal life. If you are new to church this might bring to mind Ponce de Leon and his search for the fountain of youth. History is filled with people fighting to extend the length of their lives. Advances in medicine and […]
What I’m Reading (2017) Installment 3
"The Name of God is Mercy" by Pope Francis
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This small book is written in question and answer format, with Pope Francis answering the questions of a Vatican reporter. The topics range from the history of the church to its future. Pope Francis shares stories from his past in ministry as well as his hopes for the future of the church. It is a […]
Odd Things Christians Say
"Getting Saved"
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It’s possible to become so at home with the language of your subculture that you can speak it without realizing that other people may have no idea what you are talking about. This is especially true for Christians. We have our own language which is often rooted in ideas and experiences that mean a lot […]
Pope Francis
The Name of God is Mercy (New York: Random House, 2016), 6
The Name of God is Mercy (New York: Random House, 2016), 6
Remembering on Memorial Day
Remembering With Grace
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For most of us Memorial Day means two wonderful words: LONG WEEKEND! For others, it’s a day to gather folks around and fire up the grill. For still others it’s your chance to torture your family by watching every war movie in the history of film. (I enjoy all three actually). At it’s core, Memorial […]