If you have read the book, you may have noticed some of the Bible quotes look a little different than what you see in most translations. In particular, where you probably have “The LORD” in your Bible, this one says … Continue reading →
In the book, I made reference to the parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14-30. What follows is a deeper dive into the concepts it holds, along with a similar parable that Jesus told in Luke 19:11-27. It explains in … Continue reading →
I like dogs. I believe God uniquely created them to meet our needs just as he created everything else on this earth. I am amazed by the diversity of things they have been bread and trained to do. I have … Continue reading →
We’ve all heard the words. We’ve probably all said them. Advertisements tell you the words are true, and we’re all too ready to believe them. Are they true? Whatever “it” is, do we really deserve it? When we speak of … Continue reading →
Some years ago, a near tragedy in the family of a pastor friend of mine started me wondering if preachers’ kids really deserve their reputation. I first did a quick search to see if I could find any hard data … Continue reading →
I struggled with depression for much of my life. I would have argued with you if you tried to tell me that. Not many people knew me well enough to see it. I think my father did, but I wouldn’t … Continue reading →
I am somewhat amused by our fascination with things that are “natural.” In particular we apply this label to things we ingest, but it’s also seen on everything from soap to clothing. I don’t think I’ve seen a natural car … Continue reading →
Any man from Aaron the priest’s offspring in whom is a physical defect shall not come near to present offerings made by fire to Yahweh; a physical defect is in him; he shall not come near to present his God’s … Continue reading →
Some years ago I read this book, Killing Christians: Living the Faith Where It’s Not Safe to Believe by Tom Doyle. We talk about persecution here in the United States, and there is a little to talk about, but the … Continue reading →
It’s a question many of us have asked. We may or may not have been followers of Jesus at the time. Some deep desire or some terrible pain drove us to call out to God. It may have been a … Continue reading →
