Earlier today (11/17/12) John Piper, a theologian/pastor I respect immensely, tweeted: "If you're not living by the joy of the Holy Spirit the only category you have for spiritual disciplines is legalism." I think Piper is wrong on this. I don't make a habit of calling out pastor's/theologians when I disagree with them. And let … Continue reading Piper is Wrong!
“Rowing,” by Soundgarden
I don't dance, but I did when I heard Soundgarden would be releasing a new album with Chris Cornell back where he belongs. You can pick up King Animal for $3.99 this week at amazon. Do it! The first song on the album, "Rowing," is one of my favorites on this new release. It's gotta … Continue reading “Rowing,” by Soundgarden
Jonah Study #2, A Revealing Roll of the Dice
In the first study of Jonah we were introduced to a prophet who was willing to proclaim God's blessings on Israel but not on the pagan Nineveh. Having received his call to go east to the capital of the Assyrian empire, Jonah runs west instead. This second study looks at Jonah 1:4-17. These verses record … Continue reading Jonah Study #2, A Revealing Roll of the Dice
Quick Review: “Church Marketing 101”
I finished up Church Marketing 101: Preparing Your Church for Greater Growth last week. I don't want to write a full review of it, and you probably don't want to read a long review of it either. But maybe a few quick thoughts.Let's start with the good. Ok, now onto the bad. Why, why do … Continue reading Quick Review: “Church Marketing 101”
“Strong Enough,” by Apocalyptica
"Strong Enough", by Apocalyptica featuring Brent Smith on 7th Symphony https://www.youtube.com/embed/AlZuqUTgcss Cellos and heavy metal? Yep, that's Apocalyptica . At first, many thought Apocalyptica was meant to be a parody of metal music. But, well, they rock - and they've got some great singers to sing with them, especially on the last album 7th Symphony. … Continue reading “Strong Enough,” by Apocalyptica
God Entranced 