I wrote in my last blog about the fact that Christians need to be thoughtful in how we respond to films such as Noah, and films in… Read more “Noah: a follow-up…”
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People of Faith – People of Film
The movie “Noah” hits theaters tomorrow, and as Christians we must decide what to do with it. It begs a larger question: how does a Christ follower… Read more “People of Faith – People of Film”
In It to End It
”Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” – MLK So what is with all the people with a red X on their hand? What is that… Read more “In It to End It”
This Is Why We Come
Originally posted on Go Beyond | Kolkata:
This morning we saw the precious faces of the children of New Hope School — a Christian school in a Hindu…
I Am Resolved
Resolution. Webster defines the word as being “marked by firm determination”. The word dominates every New Year’s Eve. Each year we resolve to change careers. Get healthy.… Read more “I Am Resolved”
An Unexpected Lesson From Peyton Manning
Recently this strange picture of NFL QB Peyton Manning went viral: What exactly is he doing? Why does he have only one ankle in a pool, and… Read more “An Unexpected Lesson From Peyton Manning”
Fantastic Friday…(just some random thoughts)
I am loving today. It’s raining. It officially becomes Fall in a few days. I just bought a couple good books I am excited about reading. At church… Read more “Fantastic Friday…(just some random thoughts)”
I’ve Got Your Back
FOOTBALL! It’s a game of inches! A Hundred Yard War! And yes, I am a serious football fanatic. As in, I count down the days to the… Read more “I’ve Got Your Back”
Unqualifed: The Story of Amos
When we are seeking God in the Scriptures, we often instinctively turn to the Gospels or to the Psalms. But much wisdom can be found in a… Read more “Unqualifed: The Story of Amos”
Unqualified: The Story of God’s Chosen
For being omnipotent and all, God seems to make some pretty big mistakes when it comes to choosing the right person for the job. Then again, maybe He… Read more “Unqualified: The Story of God’s Chosen”
The Urgency of the Moment
Today is a significant day for the cause of human freedom. And not because of the inauguration. Don’t get me wrong, inaugurations are very important; they represent… Read more “The Urgency of the Moment”
Happy Holidays vs. Merry Christmas (or “Just for the Halibut”)
For some time the phrase “Happy Holidays” has been the politically correct alternative to the much more offensive Dickensian phrase of “Merry Christmas”. However, secularists beware! It… Read more “Happy Holidays vs. Merry Christmas (or “Just for the Halibut”)”
Kids Say the Darndest Things
Kids say the darndest things. But more often than not, kids say things that sound an awful lot like what their parents say. Our kids look up… Read more “Kids Say the Darndest Things”
For Love of the Games
For most of this week, my family has been immersed in the quadrennial ritual known as the Olympics. I absolutely love it, and it is a firm… Read more “For Love of the Games”
The Heart of Worship
A few years back, Matt Redman wrote the song “Heart of Worship”, which is at its core an apology for making worship just “a song”, and this… Read more “The Heart of Worship”