Having Fun

This afternoon I sat on our swing and read Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. With the cool air and low humidity it was wonderfully peaceful. I hope you all have equally refreshing weekends.

Introductions

Many Christians have taken up the notion that they aren’t “religious.” I’ve never really gotten the concept. I’m religious, my friends and neighbors understand this about me and that it deeply impacts the way I live and act. Call me crazy*, but I think this is a good thing. *I know some folks will call…

Hocus Focus

Let me be clear, I do not resonate with Glenn Beck’s message. His take on American history is misguided at best, and his usurping of revival language grieves me greatly (even more so the complete lack of understanding so many Christians have about why his seizure of the language is wrong). I have no problem…

Sign Ups

There is a bad trend, in every type of church, which sees the Christian faith as a product from the “comfort industry.” People want to have their egos stroked, contribute some money, and then be left alone. Community, however, requires that we all find ways to serve. It doesn’t emerge when people are simply sitting…