Reform or Progress? What is the difference? Are they mere synonyms? Both ideas involve change. To reform or to progress both mean things will be … Man of ReformRead more
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Fat or Skinny Sin?
“You know. This is a sin too†a lady said to me years ago as she shook my hand, her other hand pointing to my … Fat or Skinny Sin?Read more
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General vs. Specific Cure: Absolution
Imagine sitting down in doctor’s waiting room. You find your way into one of the chairs, stare off at the TV at a show you … General vs. Specific Cure: AbsolutionRead more
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Baptism: lex orandi lex credendi
A few assumptions of this post: The method of baptism is not related to its efficacy. Where there is water and the Word of Jesus, … Baptism: lex orandi lex credendiRead more
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By what authority? Global governance?
For most of the world’s day, national sovereignty was the highest recognized authority in the civil sphere. Each nation’s leaders were then responsible for those … By what authority? Global governance?Read more
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Making Christ-Followers
I just received an email from the District office promoting a campus ministry seminar aimed at “Helping you make Christ-followers on Campus.†It moved my … Making Christ-FollowersRead more
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Rango Review: About a Man and his Deeds
In what is a rare occurrence, the whole family went to a movie. Thanks to a gift card given to us by a member, the … Rango Review: About a Man and his DeedsRead more
Posted inCreative Writing / Theology and Practice
Facebook and Forgiveness
It has always been a pet peeve of mine. This morning I typed in jest: Soon after I wondered. Is presumptive the right word? Should … Facebook and ForgivenessRead more
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15,000 Views and Counting
For many blogs, having 15,000 views in a day would be exciting. I have 15,000 views total for all the days my blog has existed. … 15,000 Views and CountingRead more
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Sabbath: A Book Review
This is the third book in the series called “The Ancient Christian Practices†that I have read. And to be honest, if I had not … Sabbath: A Book ReviewRead more