In, but not of, but called to embrace and change

I think we forget that Christ’s words about being in the world but not of the world come with a mission. Sure, those that have been redeemed are no a part of the kingdom of light, but we have a missional calling that comes from being in, but not of the world. The challenge and [...]

What a wonder

I have written a couple of posts over the last month or so about my fascination with the cross. The wonder and the awe that surround Calvary, move me more than my first time seeing the ocean, is more exhilarating than my first kiss, more graceful than dancing with my wife. It seems most days [...]

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Rachel and her cousin Emma swinging at Nana’s. 

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Rachel’s first real ice cream cone. All be herself, I might add. 

May 26, 1977

I turned 28 today. My wife surprised me with a wonderful day of gifts, triple chocolate cake, Star Wars Episode III, and Chinese food.
I don’t feel any different than I did at 18, except my shoulders ache, my knees ache, and I don’t quite run as well as I used to. Hmm, 30 is [...]

Darfur in the news

Don’t forget about the people of Darfur. Here are a couple of links that I encourage you read and see what’s going in Darfur.
1. WFP Says Sudan Short of Food Aid
2. UN Secretary-General Travels to Africa Seeking Help for Darfur
3. EU Pledges Logistical Support for African Union in Darfur
4. Sudan Accuses Opposition of Inciting [...]

The Emergent Order">The Emergent Order

Wade shares the Emergent Order that clarifies certain questions raised by others concerning the Emerging church movement.
You can read Wade’s full post here, but here is a summary of the four values. By clicking on the link on each of the values, you can read a more fuller treatment of what each value entails.
1. Commitment [...]

Meditations on the cross

Of all that attracts me to the way of God as revealed in Jesus, it is the cross. I can’t quite express the magnitude of joy, gratitude and awe that surround the allure of the cross. Certainly, without the cross, Christianity is not worth our allegiance, and the trouble that a life radically altered by [...]

Joining the conversation

I haven’t seen episode III yet, but plan to on Thursday. I have recently rented the first two episodes to refresh my memory of the happenings. I am looking forward to having some questions answered.

More on Lamenting…

I found this article on Lament Psalms, and thought it would be worth your reading pleasure.
We need to understand that lamenting is acceptable and much needed not only in our individual lives but in the corportate life of the Church.
Lament Psalms: Weeping with God
The Book of psalms is God’s book of worship, [...]