Recently, I was asked to participate in a blog for the IDS religious directory. I was/am hesitant because I know the controversy that can swirl around these kind of discussions. I did, however, decide to enter the fray by commenting on a blog about Religious Tolerance. Here is a quote from the post by Rev. … Continue reading Religious Tolerance
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Compassion, Evangelism, and the Kingdom
This post is basically a transcript of my introduction to Garry Poole last night. I decided to post it because 1) it was more articulate when I wrote it then when I 'preached' it, and 2) I felt I needed to post something! So, read on and I look forward to the comments: This semester … Continue reading Compassion, Evangelism, and the Kingdom
Why some people hear the Spirit more often
In the message last night, I told a couple of brief stories about a man named John – a man I had the privilege of working with in Pennsylvania. He was a man that had those direct promptings of the Spirit much more often than I. So, that leaves me wondering, “Why?”If I’m honest, there … Continue reading Why some people hear the Spirit more often
Where is the Fear of the Lord?
The fear of the Lord is a major biblical theme, both in the Old Testament and the New. Take a look at this small sampling of key texts:2 Chronicles 19:7-9, “Now then, let the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for there is no injustice with the LORD our … Continue reading Where is the Fear of the Lord?
an apology, sort of…
I listened to the message from Saturday's Connexion, and feel like I should probably apologize (though not for what many of you might be thinking). During the message, I said that the church must show the world what it looks like to live in the kingdom. I could've focused on a lot of kingdom living … Continue reading an apology, sort of…
God Entranced 