Feb 24, 2010 Posted by Curtis Thomas

A father’s calling…

My family… a phrase that takes a whole new meaning today. Just a few days ago it was only Cassie and I walking this journey of life together, alone. Now? I have a family! A son! A whole new journey… Three days ago, as I woke up early to spend time with the Lord, I was pointed to this passage in Galatians: But when God, who set me apart from birth and called me by his grace… (Galatians... read more

Feb 3, 2010 Posted by Curtis Thomas

Ice Cream, Dogs and To-do Lists…

A few days ago, my Father-in-Law was telling me about a book he is reading discussing how to be a more creative writer. One of the most profound exercises that the book talks about is a discipline of writing your thoughts (whatever is on your mind at the time) on 3 pages everyday. No more and no less; doesn’t matter what it is. Sounds easy right? Here is some of my first writings: “So I am... read more

Feb 1, 2010 Posted by Bradley Raburn

Loss of Christ’s Passion

In considering all things, the loss of Christ’s passion is foremost the most heart breaking loss of all. No longer do we consider this world’s wonders with an admiration or fear of God. Now we wait for the next great scientist to explain away the miraculous beauty, strange species, or unexplainable event. However, if you read the Bible is filled with miracles in which Jesus’ followers stood in awe... read more

Jan 23, 2010 Posted by Adam Sands

Tolstoy House: A Year in Review or What the Hell am I doing Here? or Hey, I asked you not to drink on our porch or James is gone, again…

So a little over a year ago, I had just returned from Africa again and James, Vern and I had decided to move into this run down house on Hemphill with dreams of the Simple Way and the Kingdom of God.  So armed with our books and dreams, we set out to create community at 1921 Hemphill street and try to bring the Kingdom to the poor and hurting outside of our door.  As with most things in life, the year... read more

Jan 18, 2010 Posted by Adam Sands

Reflections on Martin Luther King Day

I don’t really like holidays.  I feel that they have, for the most part, been hijacked by free-market capitalists and turned into an extremely successful way to pad their profit margins while the rest of us are duped into believing we are “celebrating” rather than just making the rich richer.  All that being said, today, January 18, is set aside to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. who would have... read more

Jan 14, 2010 Posted by Bradley Raburn

When Christians act Un-Christian-like

Nothing can quite describe the experience of working as a sports reporter in a small town. As a sports reporter you see some amazing things in a community of 13,000. Some of which warms your soul; such as seeing thousands of parents, fans, and local residents attend a simple high school homecoming. Others cut you to the core; as when students and coaches host fundraising events to help a local resident who... read more

Jan 4, 2010 Posted by Tina Crowder

Resolutions

It’s yet again the time of year where most of us feel hope for the future and a belief that we can improve ourselves. Last year was the best year I’ve had since I’ve moved back to Fort Worth, and I am hoping this year is the best I’ve ever had in my life. I am making 6 resolutions this year and here is a brief explanation of each. Spend time with God everyday: Though this will be accomplished in a... read more

Dec 24, 2009 Posted by Tina Crowder

Juggling Options

As I was pondering my future the other day, it dawned on me that when I graduated college I had decided on six possible options for future career/graduate school plans, and I’ve attempted all of them but two now. Whenever I have changed my path, like for instance quitting the M. Div. program, I have gotten very frustrated because it’s seems like I’m always considering the same options. It has felt... read more