Donald Trump makes me sick. So do Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders, Joe Biden, Mayor Pete, Beto the furry, and the rest of the dwarves. So does Chuck Schumer. Nancy Pelosi. Cocaine Mitch. Rush Limbaugh? PUKE. And don't get me started on Hannity, Laura Ingraham, Joe Scarborough, ... Rick Wilson? Jonah Goldberg? The Bulwark? A pox … Continue reading Things that Make Me Miserable
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Evangelical Engagement pt 5: The Problem of Dependence
So I'm going to write something blasphemous now. To wit: long-term financial support from the USA for European pastors and churches can be bad for the churches. Let me explain. I see three ways that this support becomes counterproductive. FIRST, the "cultural thing." Long-term support comes with strings attached, expectations that are sometimes not sensitive … Continue reading Evangelical Engagement pt 5: The Problem of Dependence
Olson: Is It Scientific to Refuse to Contemplate the Possible Existence of God?
Roger Olson writes about his participation in a recent "conversation" between scientists and theologians from various traditions, and how that conversation left him frustrated. He observes that, as far as he could tell, the conversation was really only in one direction, monologue not dialogue; the theologians were expected to listen to and learn from the … Continue reading Olson: Is It Scientific to Refuse to Contemplate the Possible Existence of God?
Van Loon: Pharisaism, “Sabbath Elevators”, & Gender Roles
Michelle Van Loon writes about pharisaism and gender rules in the church , specifically about a list of 80-something "do's and don'ts" for women in the church that Wayne Grudem has compiled. Her analogy of "Sabbath elevators" (which I'd never heard of) is perfect. Grudem’s list states that either a man or a woman may teach … Continue reading Van Loon: Pharisaism, “Sabbath Elevators”, & Gender Roles
About My Son: Joshua’s Star
So let me talk about my son. When my son Joshua was about fourteen years old, we were talking about God one night. This wasn't uncommon, although (it pains me to admit) it seems to me now that we talked more about bands and movies than we talked about God. Joshua had been baptized a … Continue reading About My Son: Joshua’s Star
“Don’t Pull Me Up” (A Meditation)
My friends, Dave & Betsy Scott, are Nazarene missionaries here in Zagreb. God is doing AMAZING work through them among the Muslim refugees here. They're having a significant number of baptisms, developing leaders from among the refugees, etc. We (Biblijski institut) are proud to be able to partner with them. After a recent baptismal service, … Continue reading “Don’t Pull Me Up” (A Meditation)
From CT: “When Women Follow a Scandalous God”
I 100% agree with this: This amazing scandalous God is regularly asking women to use the gifts he has given them in ways that are contrary to established customs and traditions. And as they step out and say yes to his invitations and callings on their lives just like the women in the New Testament, … Continue reading From CT: “When Women Follow a Scandalous God”
“God’s Word for Croatia”
This is the message I brought to the 14th Annual Conference of the Churches of Christ in Croatia this past Friday. I was asked to speak on the topic of "God's Word for Croatia," addressing our dependence on the Bible and the benefits that come from being centered in scripture. Click here to listen. The … Continue reading “God’s Word for Croatia”
Confronting Old Testament Controversies (Book Review)
Ben Witherington III has reviewed what looks to be a very helpful book, Tremper Longman's Confronting Old Testament Controversies. Pressing Questions about Evolution, Sexuality, History and Violence. Based on what I know of Longman & his reputation, and BWIII's summary, I expect this to be a helpful, excellent book for reading, thinking Christians everywhere (and … Continue reading Confronting Old Testament Controversies (Book Review)
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