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The Most Dangerous Book of Our Times
As I watched the opening ceremonies of the 2018 Olympics, I experienced a range of emotions. Awe at the creativity of humanity. Respect for the training and athleticism of the participants. Wistful hope at the sight of the two Koreas marching as one. Sadness at the singing of Imagine by John Lennon. I love his …[ read more ]
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WHO IS THIS UNCIRCUMCISED PHILISTINE, WHO DARES DEFY THE ARMIES OF THE LIVING GOD?
You are not God. Maybe you don’t need to hear that, but I need repeated reminders. You are not God, and that is okay because you’d make a lousy one compared to the God who is! Here’s another truth I need to tape to my mirror: You are not every part of the Body of …[ read more ]
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A Time to Speak Up and A Time to Refrain from Facebook
The struggle is real, isn’t it, loved ones? We live in a divisive age and conflict is unavoidable. It’s not as simple as turning off our televisions, or avoiding social media because tempers flare at the dinner table, sides are drawn at the office coffee bar, and cherished church friends sport bumper stickers and t-shirts …[ read more ]
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The Act of Worship We Must Commit to Impact Charlottesville and Beyond
When the news is full of rumors of war, protests in the streets, senseless deaths on bright summer days, and hatred spewing from every corner, hatemongers sometimes even invoking the name of our Lord to falsely justify their actions, it can be hard to hold on. But, this is exactly the time not to hide. …[ read more ]
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Christians Sentenced to Death – What Difference Does It Make to Us?
**Warning: This post may make you feel bad. ***Warning: That feeling may be appropriate. There are moments in life that feel like a swift slap in the face. No one courts that. No one wants to feel that pain. But, if it’s a slap that rearranges your priorities to align with God’s heart, then you …[ read more ]