Misinterpreting God? An Example of the Often Confusing Voice of Experience
I often tell the story during my Introduction to Theology class of an experience that I had that deeply implicated me and has affected the way that I “listen” to...
It’s a boy!! Update and Pictures
OK, I am back . . . and I am tired, excited, thoughtful, scared, and thankful. I am tired, but not for the reasons why you would think. Zach’s delivery went perfect with...
Michael Patton will not be blogging for a few days because…
1. He has relinquished control to me because he finally realized how much wiser I am than he. 2. I have him bound and gagged in my basement and am forcing him to turn from his...
Engaging Postmodernism (5): Changing the Water
Once again, we continue with our evaluation of the four primary views that people have taken in engaging our postmodern culture. And, once again, here are the options of the...
My Theological Library–warning, VERY SAD
As you know, we have been trying to move for the last few months. Since I don’t have an office out of Stonebriar Community Church any longer, I had to move all my...
Is Birth Control Sin?
This is a question that I was asked and thought I would share with the blog world. Outside of the Roman Catholic Church official bull (Humanae Vitae) prohibiting birth...
Communitcating with God: God does not hot-sync to PDAs (updated)
As I reflect upon this year, one thing is more evident than ever: God does not hot sync to PDAs. It is odd but true. God has not ever gotten up in the morning, gone to His...
Engaging Postmodernism (4): Changing the Rope
How are Christians to engage with our postmodern generation? I have been exploring this question for a while now and am currently using the analogy of leading a horse to...