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Theological Reflections on the Same-Sex Marriage Debate: Volume 4 May 23, 2015 No Comments

I have decided to do some theological writing and reflecting on the same-sex marriage debate. While I cannot decide if this is a brave, stupid, unnecessary or necessary decision, there is no question that in the Christian church in the United States today, this is the most divisive and painful issue we face. I have […]

Theological Reflections on the Same-Sex Marriage Debate: Volume 3 May 22, 2015 No Comments

I have decided to do some theological writing and reflecting on the same-sex marriage debate. While I cannot decide if this is a brave, stupid, unnecessary or necessary decision, there is no question that in the Christian church in the United States today, this is the most divisive and painful issue we face. I have […]

Theological Reflections on the Same-Sex Marriage Debate: Volume 2 May 21, 2015 No Comments

I have decided to do some theological writing and reflecting on the same-sex marriage debate. While I cannot decide if this is a brave, stupid, unnecessary or necessary decision, there is no question that in the Christian church in the United States today, this is the most divisive and painful issue we face. I have […]

Theological Reflections on the Same-Sex Marriage Debate: Volume 1 May 20, 2015 No Comments

I have decided to do some theological writing and reflecting on the same-sex marriage debate. While I cannot decide if this is a brave, stupid, unnecessary or necessary decision, there is no question that in the Christian church in the United States today, this is the most divisive and painful issue we face. I have […]

The Problem with Guilt & Shame May 17, 2015 No Comments

  The Problem of Guilt and Shame   Guilt and shame are two of the most toxic things in our culture today. While they are prominent in the church, they are not of God. They are inconsistent with the character and nature of Jesus. Shame may be the most dangerous thing in our culture today. […]

Three’s March 4, 2015 No Comments

When it comes to the Christian faith, theology and God there are a lot of aspects, illustrations and elements that are in groupings of three. Three is truly a holy number in many ways. Over the years, I have thought about and collected a list of three’s as it relates to faith and theology. Below […]

The theological challenge of mission and service to others February 23, 2015 No Comments

Its easy to readily admit that we, as Christ followers are called to mission and service to others. We are called to care for the least, last and lost and bring God’s love, hope, grace and Kingdom to the world. While we know this as individuals and as churches, it is very hard to live […]

For whom does the church exist? February 5, 2015 No Comments

I have found myself asking this question more frequently than usual lately, but own my own head and out loud. For whom does the church exist, those already in the church, or those not in the church. We all know that the answer is both, but our actions often do not match this belief. While […]

Walk like Jesus January 25, 2015 No Comments

“Dad, I would really like to go to Israel with you.” My first response in my head to my son’s request was one of curious joy, which quickly turned to the practical. “Micah,” I said, “I think that is wonderful and I hope that some day you get to do that. It was a wonderful […]

The Power of Theology September 24, 2014 No Comments

I have often said that what we believe shapes everything; our words, actions, perspective, attitude, relationships, work and so much more. I had said this again recently to a friend who pointed out to me that this quick statement was much more truthful and wise than even I had noted. We assume the belief is […]