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Understanding The History And Symbols of Easter

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Personal Note: It is obvious that someone representing the church (and NOT me) wrote the original portion of the post about Easter.  First, I always refer to it as Resurrection Sunday.  Second, in this context I would not have made a big deal out of Christendom and the Council of Nicaea.  Third, our church does not use a Paschal Candle. Other than that, it has a good beat and I can dance to it, so I will give it a ninety-eight. […]

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Bacteria on Mars are Life; Heartbeats on Earth are Not?

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Disease is a health issue, not a population issue. Mass starvation is an economic issue, not a population issue. Where there’s economic liberty and personal freedom we see societies flourish, regardless of the size of their population. Even in places where the government and the economy aren’t as free as they could be. Each and every individual is a blessing. There’s plenty of room (and need) on our planet for more blessings. […]

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Words Regarding Abortion

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It’s not enough to be pro-life. That’s a strategy that clearly won’t work because it’s based on the idea that murder’s a political issue to be settled at the ballot box. Pursuing this strategy was/is a grave error. Murder shouldn’t be an election season issue to be resolved by majority vote. “Pro-lifers” must join the movement which aims to totally abolish human abortion – embracing an “anti-murder” stance. Christians should lead the way. […]

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America as a New Israel?

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Does one read the Bible and see the redemptive historical message laid out by a covenantal God or does one read the Bible and see the unfolding of history by a dispensational God? This question is at the heart of the divide on this issue. The Bible student does well to recognize the perspective that “Israel”, “God’s chosen”, “the people of God”, “Christ’s Bride”, “body of Christ” etc. are all different ways of saying the same thing. […]

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Christmastime Activities That Focus on Faith

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Compassion is something we should aspire to have. It’s also something we should seek to have in our leaders. But, life and leadership are more complex than just this one thing. A list of the most compassionate presidents in US history might include John Adams, Abe Lincoln, and Harry Truman. All pretty good presidents. The list might also include John Quincy Adams, James Garfield, and Jimmy Carter. All poor presidents. […]

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What Are the Benefits of a House Church?

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As a member of the Clergy how do you feel about the stranger?… I stand committed to the truth. I stand for righteousness. I stand for justice. And in the spirit of Leviticus 19:18 and Numbers 6:24-26 I stand for love. Love for my brother. Love for the stranger. Love for my neighbor (understanding that all men and women are my neighbors… even those who call themselves my enemy)… Much love to you. Shalom. […]

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5 Simple Ways to Practice Faith Daily

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In addition to five suggestions to aid in your spiritual discipline, this article also features thoughts about the culture war issues of creation vs. evolution, “pro choice” vs. “pro life”, and climate change activism. It then ends with deep thoughts about deep sadness from John Calvin, the lessons to be learned from the musical “Rent”, and a bonus dad joke. That’s quite a lot of stuff, but it’s a quick read with something for almost everyone. […]

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