I know that may come as a shock to most Word by Faith communities and Pentecostals, but just stay with me a while. I recently read a post in a…
The Night I Discovered the Bible Isn’t THAT Important
I know I might accumulate a lot of hate for this post; or perhaps, no one will even notice my words on this page, but for those who choose to…
All the Right Beliefs for All the Wrong Reasons
Sometimes it is frustrating to introduce yourself to theological issues. Most people who get deeply involved in theology quickly realize how much they don’t know. Confident seminary students enter their…
Confessions of a Pill-Popping Pastor
This Place is Not for Me When I first arrived at rehab, I was met by a big, tattooed, long haired, bare foot Native American. “Here is where you will…
What the Church Can Learn from Alcoholics Anonymous
It is so hard to be real. Not only do we not want people to know who we are, we often don’t know who we are. The old maxim “Know…
Convinced Enough
I write this email from Orange County California, where I am spending a little over a month in drug rehab. As many of you know, in the last couple of…
Allison Chetta: Growing Up Christian, Doubt, and Renewal in SC
Allison Chetta has been kind enough to allow us to republish her testimony on our blog. The wording of her testimony has been altered by our proofreaders with Allison’s permission.…
Ten Commandments in Reverse
1. You shall not have any other Gods before me. 1 in Reverse: You shall place ultimate trust in me alone to provide you with all that you need. You shall…
Sanctification and Holiness (Part 2) – Theology Unplugged
Tim Kimberley: Fellas it’s great to be back with you guys. We had a lively discussion last week around sanctification, around holiness and we’re narrowing in… Michael Patton: Tim, Tim…
Sanctification and Holiness (Part 2)
Tim Kimberley: Fellas it’s great to be back with you guys. We had a lively discussion last week around sanctification, around holiness and we’re narrowing in… Michael Patton: Tim, Tim…