Faith

Scripture tells us that we are “fearfully and wonderfully made.” Regardless of how we view the mechanism of God’s creation, there is an element of intelligent design at work. One of God’s most ingenious designs is the immune system. All biological organisms have a framework in place to protect themselves from pathogens, viruses, and outside […]

I’ve been wanting to watch this movie, First Reformed,  for a while. I’ve always admired Ethan Hawke’s ability to inhabit a role and the premise of this movie is deep and challenging. I will say, upfront, that it is not for the weak of heart… but then, neither is the crucifixion nor a typical look

Noun– lack of order or predictability; gradual decline into disorder. Two weeks ago, I lamented that while work was being done on our water filter system, we had a minor flood that meant I have to replace the carpet in the basement. In addition to needing to replace the carpet, our heat pump/AC decided that it

Romans 12:18- “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” Peace with others is a wonderful thing, but not always possible. Peace always begins with God. If we aren’t at peace with God, then we can never have peace with ourselves. If we aren’t at peace with

Complementarianism: Our big theological word for the day. In essence, it is an oversimplification and intentional misrepresentation of scripture for less than godly purposes. This concept is being wielded as a cudgel by some who mistake misogyny for spirituality, and who seem to get their jollies by treating women as second class people.  Jesus elevated

Have you smuged anyone lately? Smugness is the opinion that our own views are always right, and it’s our mission in life to prove others wrong. God calls us to “do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly.” (Micah 6:8) Smugness is the opposite of humility. Smugness is a certainty that our view is right, that our

When David was a young man he had great faith in God to protect and deliver him. When Goliath came along, everyone said that he was too big and couldn’t be defeated, but David said “who is this Philistine that he should defy the armies of the living God?“. He knew that God was bigger

I’ve been learning a lot from the Lord lately, and thoughts keep going through my head. Thinking today about those few in positions of authority who have been accused or indicted for crimes. When powerful people are caught harming those they have sworn to serve it’s easy to applaud vengeance. It’s understandable to feel righteous

It’s critically important to value and defend truth. We should seek justice. Knowledge is critical in the struggle for both. Sadly, our nation is divided into different universes of truth, justice, and knowledge. It’s essential that we objectively seek out each of these treasures, but sometimes in the process, voices are raised, unkind words are