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Monthly Archives: January 2014
Ten: What Words Do You Follow? (Book Review)
Every few years, the public eye seems to focus in on a courtroom somewhere in the United States where one group of people is battling another group of people over whether or not the Ten Commandments should be displayed. Sometimes, … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Pop Culture, Theology
Tagged 9/11, Asbury Theological Seminary, Church, Dark Knight Rises shootings, Newtown, Sean Gladding, Ten Commandments
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Sunday’s Sermon Today: Turn The Lights On (Matthew 5:13-16)
Several years ago, George O’Leary was a highly successful ACC football coach with a 52-33 record, and was hired by the University of Notre Dame to be the twelfth coach of the Irish football program. But within days, it was … Continue reading
Posted in Current Events, Sermons
Tagged authenticity, c.s. lewis, Christianity, city on a hill, george o'leary, light, mere christianity, salt, salt of the earth
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Sunday’s Sermon Today: Jesus and the N.A.P. (Mark 4:35-41)
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” So said FDR when considering the United States’ national perspective and outlook in 1932. He was talking about the ways that the U.S. would move forward post-Great Depression, but we’ve … Continue reading
Posted in Pop Culture, Sermons, Theology
Tagged chicken little, disciples, Jesus sleeping, non-anxious presence, Storm, tom brady
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The Hierarchy Of Clean (A Mustard Seed Musing)
I like being clean. It’s not that I mind being dirty, like sweaty from a good workout at the gym or covered with dirt, grass, and leaves from raking the yard or working in the garden. But when I’m supposed … Continue reading
Posted in Pop Culture, Theology
Tagged hierarchy of sin, hotels, Jesus, Maslo, mission trips, Romans 8:31-39
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What Should Christians Watch?
This originally ran on HollywoodJesus.com. You can join the conversation there, or respond below if you’re so inclined. I’m interested in your responses either way! What is redeemable? What isn’t? What should we watch to better our lives and improve … Continue reading
Sunday’s Sermon Today: Gone Fishing (Luke 5:1-11)
Some of the best religious jokes revolve around water. Joke #1: Moses and Jesus are golfing and arrive at a water hazard. Jesus pulls out a 9-iron. Moses says, ‘hey, you really should be using a driver for this’. ‘No … Continue reading
Posted in Current Events, Pop Culture, Sermons, Theology
Tagged Fishers of Men, John 21, Miraculous Catch of Fish
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Sunday’s Sermon Today: Taboo Break Dancing (John 4)
I am not good at small talk. I want to be good at it, but more often then not, I just plough right in. You look like you’re struggling… “what’s the problem?” You’re angry… “what did I/someone else do?” You have a … Continue reading
Posted in Current Events, Pop Culture, Sermons, Theology
Tagged changing church, church taboos, cultural divide, cultural taboos, forgiveness, Gatorade, Jesus, John 4, jokes, Living Water, Max Lucado, Punchinello, redefining Christian, Samaria, small talk, Woman at the Well, You Are Special
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The Interview With The Hands Free Mama
Rachel Macy Stafford is the author of Handsfreemama.com and the originator of the Hands Free Revolution. She recently gave me the opportunity to review her first book in advance, and provided time to answer questions about her decisions, her faith, and her … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Pop Culture, Theology
Tagged Hands Free Movement, Hands Free Revolution, Handsfreemama.com, rachel macy stafford
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I Hate New Year’s Resolutions (A Mustard Seed Musing)
I hate New Year’s Resolutions. No, wait, maybe that’s too strong; maybe, I strongly dislike them. Maybe it’s not the idea of the thing but rather that resolutions seem to be too easily broken and discarded. As in, “I’m going … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Current Events, Pop Culture, Theology
Tagged discipline, finances, goals, intentionality, new year's resolutions, time
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Hands Free Mama: The Gift Of Now (Book Review)
Let’s be clear: Rachel Macy Stafford’s blog and book are not just for stay-at-home moms, or people who are worried about saving a marriage or a relationship with a child. They are for those wise enough to recognize that the “right now” … Continue reading
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