Jul 31, 2008
Unplugged
I recently tried to go unplugged. Well, at least as much as I thought I could get away with – which in hindsight wasn’t very much at all. Let me explain. I’m not referring to a musical venture that followed after the moniker from 90’s MTV. (1) I’m talking about something nearly unthinkable for my generation. Unplugged. On a Sunday evening a few weeks ago, I handed my laptop to my somewhat... read more
Jul 31, 2008
Pendulum of Faith
Millions of people are looking around this world everyday and see nothing. Will anyone see this? Will anyone care? People feel so alone and lost in this world, why should they take time out of their day to read what I have to say? Beyond that, can I inspire anyone? I hope someone can find peace, a challenge…something worth reading in my words. Is it anything more than living for yourself? Are we just... read more
Jul 31, 2008
Oppose God
“Who was I to think that I could oppose God?” (Acts 11:17b) These words uttered by Peter in defense of sharing a meal and fellowship with Gentiles (who were unclean pagans in the Jew’s eyes), still possess a deep spiritual permeation for those who will hear it. It is easy to recognize that so many times people can fall into a pattern of comfort and certainty in religion. Churches teach similar... read more
Jul 31, 2008
New Year's in June
There are particular yearly times in which I choose to stop and start over. One of those times is right now. This is especially important as I am heading into what I call my “Summer Series of Events”. Most Christians call what they do, their ministry. I call it my plight in life. I call it a plight because my ministry and Christian walk is one of great triumph and great defeat. If I segmented my... read more
Jul 31, 2008
Motives
Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. Galatians 1:10 This question stated by the writer of Galatians was a rhetorical question, as he provides the answer in the same verse. But what if it wasn’t? What if we really asked our selves: “Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of... read more
Jul 31, 2008
Overcoming Giants
We all have giants. Some live under our beds, others in our closets, and still others we carry around on our backs. These giants keep us up at night, make us live as actors/actresses in our own lives, and tear down the very fabric of who we are. Many times we wonder how to remove these Giants and kick them out of our lives, but who can really move a Giant? Like moving a house moving Giants takes time,... read more
Jul 31, 2008
On Seeing
As I open the door, the warm, rich smell of fragrant roasted coffee beans tickles my nostrils, and I feel the warmth of my friends’ faces shining on me. It is my place of conversation, contemplation, and relaxation. This shop has introduced me to the most eclectic of people and has set the stage for a plethora of amazing learning experiences. Many words describe me as a person, but one would... read more
Jul 31, 2008
Church of Today
This is written as a follow up to my article titled “The Church of Tomorrow.” Acts 9:31 says, “Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace. It was strengthened; and encouraged by the Holy Spirit, it grew in numbers, living in the fear of the Lord”. Most would agree that this would not be congruent with our churches today. Like everything else we... read more
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