BE the church
This morning we find ourselves in the midst of a pretty familiar story. It is a story of contrasts… the holy man on one hand…
grace
“this beautiful mess” part 1
I have been trying to read more. There are far too many books on my shelf – delicious books – just waiting to be picked…
the Christian journey
How do you understand the following traditional evangelical doctrines: a) repentance; b) justification; c) regeneration; d) sanctification? What are the marks of the Christian life?…
The Human Condition
What effect has the practice of ministry had on your understanding of humanity and the need for divine grace? Over and over again I am…
The New American Religion Behind the Growing American Rage
The New American Religion Behind the Growing American Rage Posted using ShareThis I do sense there is this murky prelude to culture war (or holy…
Strong in the Broken Places
All of us are gathered here this morning to celebrate. In fact – if we didn’t have something to celebrate, each of us would be…
thinking ecumenically and maybe a little politically
Lately, I have been having quite a few conversations, theologically and politically with fellow pastors. It would be fair to say that my current colleagues…
a simple prayer for pastors
gracious god. help us to speak your truth. help us know that while judgment is reserved only for you, that sometimes you call prophets to…