A short message on the six-year anniversary of my recovery
When my sister killed herself, my mom had her aneurysm, and then my dad died within a few short years, I thought I was fine. More than that, I thought I was handling...
Atheism is a Blind Leap of Faith in Disguise?
Introduction Atheism is often regarded as a rejection of religious belief, a position firmly grounded in evidence and reason. But is atheism itself free from faith? This blog...
The Value of Deconstructing Your Faith
Rebuilding a Lawnmower “With” My Dad Regrettably, my father hasn’t explicitly taught me much, as he seldom spoke. Most of what I’ve learned from him came through...
Look Whose Laughing Now: The Rise of Conservative Comedy
Everyone in our family knows how to get my wife, Kristie, to laugh. It is the most predictable thing about her. She loves to laugh, like we all do. But it is when she laughs...
The Myth of a “Closed” Canon: An Open Dialogue
Revisiting the Concept of ‘Closed’ Scripture The term ‘closed canon of Scripture’ often surfaces in theological discussions, but it might not...
The Butterfly Effect of Misunderstood Theology: A Reflection on Doctrinal Misrepresentation
Introduction: In today’s interconnected world, beliefs and ideologies spread like wildfire, often reaching vast numbers of people across society. The more popular a...
10 Most Controversial Issues in the Church Today
I have been in ministry for 25 years. Besides a six-year stint as a pastor at Stonebriar (great memories!), I have solely taught and produced theology courses (unless you...
Love Your Enemies (Reflections on Luke 6:27-28)
27. “But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28. bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.” LUKE 6:27-28 (ESV) Last Friday...