This question came up yesterday at the cgroup leaders luncheon and I've been asked several times about it since. I thought this post from a couple of years ago (with some slight modifications) might help:Two weeks ago we read the Apostles Creed together. This ancient creed declares that Jesus "suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, … Continue reading Did Jesus Descend into Hell
InterFaith Prayer Clarification
Tonight the Dali Lama lead an interfaith prayer service in Bloomington. I recently spoke out about why I would not participate in this service, but I think I may have been misunderstood. Some have told me they thought this was wasting a great opportunity to engage in some interfaith dialogue. I guess I see it … Continue reading InterFaith Prayer Clarification
Like…Could you just say it?!
You have to check out this video and post on Pyromaniacs. This is one of the three or four blogs I check regularly (along with Pipers, Driscolls, Justin Taylor, Doug McHugh and Sarah German). The video is funny and convicting all at the same time.
Be a Better You, chapter 1
Oh my. I realized after chapter one I will never make it through this book - not only because of the horrible theology, but also the style. It is so repetitive. It is so repetitive. Oh, sorry, it's contagious. The introduction actually begins with a paragraph I could hear myself saying, or Bob saying. Joel … Continue reading Be a Better You, chapter 1
I Can’t Believe I Just Did That!
I was just at Borders Books and I bought Joel Osteen's newest book Becoming a Better You. I don't know if I've ever been embarrassed about a book purchase before, but I felt compelled to explain to the cashier that I wanted to review the book on my blog, not ingest it and be a … Continue reading I Can’t Believe I Just Did That!
God Entranced 