15
Sep
UNDERDOGS
As a child I used to watch a cartoon called Underdog. He was the most unlikely of superheroes, a beagle. He had the speed of thunder and other superhero powers. […]
09
Sep
SEPARATION
Where, in the Constitution, do we find the following words “a wall of separation between church and state”? Let me save you some time. We don’t. Those words are not […]
02
Sep
HYPOCRISY
In his letter to the Christ followers in Rome Paul urges everyone to love without hypocrisy, with sincerity and not pretend. That creates a conundrum. The first obstacle: Define love. […]
26
Aug
THE SILENT KILLER
In the late 1900’s (that just doesn’t sound right) high blood pressure was tagged “The Silent Killer” because its’ deadly work was unseen and unheard until it was too late. […]
19
Aug
LIBERTY & JUSTIFICATION
Paul, the author of almost half of the New Testament, talks about liberty and justification. We are justified (made right with God, just if I’d never sinned) through Jesus. Because […]
17
Jun
WHAT IF…?
There is no denying the great exodus of young people from the church. The numbers are staggering and sobering. The answers to try and stop the tidal wave have been […]
10
Jun
QUESTION
Can I ask you a question? Oh, I just did. Seriously, I want you to answer this one very important question: What is the Gospel? Don’t read further until you […]
03
Jun
PREPARE/PRACTICE
The outcome of many a contest has been decided before the kickoff, first pitch, tip off, puck drop, opening bell or first shot. The outcome is determined during the pre-contest […]
27
May
ENEMIES
“The enemy of my enemy is my friend” “We have seen the enemy and they are ours” “Keep your friends close and your enemies closer” We are quick to label […]
20
May
RE…
Sometimes when those two letters begin a word, it a call to examine, and act. May is filled with those occasions. GRADUATIONS – No matter from what or where you […]