If your momma was anything like mine, when she gave a directive it was to be followed quickly and without argument. My mom was a strict, but loving disciplinarian…we could use more of that in our society, but I digress. I remember when I was little telling mom, “but” anytime she gave me direction. SheContinue reading “The Power of “But”!”
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Nothing to See Here
I walked onto the campus of Central Bible College in the fall of 1996. Contrary to what my daughter says, I am not old. I visited a year before and felt confirmation after confirmation this was the route God wanted me to take. Little did I realize on that first move-in day my life wouldContinue reading “Nothing to See Here”
I Just Want to Be Like Jesus
The Conflict of Warfare and Peace My mom screamed, “stop…don’t hit him”, as I chased my older brother around the house with a board. No one could push my buttons quicker than my brother…come to think of it that is probably still true. I don’t remember the situation that led to my loss of temper,Continue reading “I Just Want to Be Like Jesus”
A Charcuterie Christmas and Other Things My Mom Taught Me
Those who know me well, know how much I love Christmas. I have since I was as small child. My mom made Christmas special, though we did not have a lot in my early years. She created wonderful traditions for my brother and I. Dad decorated the tree and strung the lights. Mom would alwaysContinue reading “A Charcuterie Christmas and Other Things My Mom Taught Me”
In Defense of the One True God
I am increasingly concerned that pop culture is now determining the theology of the Church. Sex outside of marriage is not only accepted but expected. There is little difference between the follower of Christ and those who do not follow Him. Speech, dress, goals and so much more have meshed into a glob of unidentifiableContinue reading “In Defense of the One True God”
The Theology of Suffering
Suffering is a part of this life. It is not easy. It is not fun, but it is a normal experience. The wicked suffer. The righteous suffer. The young suffer and the old suffer. Suffering is hard to understand in light of a good and gracious God. In fact, it can be an incredible challengeContinue reading “The Theology of Suffering”
God is Bigger Than Your Elephant
For the past two weeks, each morning when I rise and each evening when I lie down, the words to this old hymn sing in my head. “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases. His mercies never come to an end. They are new every morning, new every morning. Great is Thy faithfulness ofContinue reading “God is Bigger Than Your Elephant”
A New Age of Yellow Journalism
On February 15, 1898 the U.S.S. Maine sank in Havana Harbor, Havana, Cuba. At the time of its sinking, the US government was at odds with the nation of Spain. In order to increase sales of newspapers and to exploit the headlines of a war, William Randolph Hurst and Joseph Pulitzer coined what is nowContinue reading “A New Age of Yellow Journalism”
That’s It, I’m Offended
We live in at a time where everyone is offended by everything. It really makes life difficult for all of us. We walk on eggshells as we try to navigate the minefield before us. Did we offend? What will offend? Is my hair offensive? What about my faith? Am I allowed to have a politicalContinue reading “That’s It, I’m Offended”
Pineapple Pizza and Other Controversies
I live a diverse life. I have a diverse family. We live life with a diverse group of people. We are diverse in race, culture, language, politics, and theology. I Pastor a church that is 49.5% nonnative born Anglo. In other words, we are 50.5% American Whites and 49.5% African American and nearing 30 otherContinue reading “Pineapple Pizza and Other Controversies”
Through Time 