Author Archives: Jacob Sahms

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About Jacob Sahms

I like hearing people's stories, and telling a few of my own. You can find me at Bethia United Methodist Church in Chesterfield, Va., coaching on the soccer field or basketball court, or digging into the deep stack of graphic novels, thrillers, and theological books that's been growing for years.

The Hierarchy Of Clean (A Mustard Seed Musing)

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

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 →

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What Should Christians Watch?

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

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 →

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Sunday’s Sermon Today: Gone Fishing (Luke 5:1-11)

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

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 →

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Sunday’s Sermon Today: Taboo Break Dancing (John 4)

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

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 →

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The Interview With The Hands Free Mama

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

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 →

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I Hate New Year’s Resolutions (A Mustard Seed Musing)

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

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 →

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Hands Free Mama: The Gift Of Now (Book Review)

Posted on January 5, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

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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Sunday’s Sermon Today: Dirty Water Into Wine (John 2:1-11)

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

“Mawage. Mawage is wot bwings us togeder tooday. Mawage, that bwessed awangment, that dweam wifin a dweam… And wuv, tru wuv, will fowow you foweva..…” That’s how I started my sister’s wedding sermon (even after strong orders NOT to). It’s … Continue reading →

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Sunday’s Sermon Today: John 3:17 (John 3:1-21)

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Jacob Sahms

Nicodemus is the man who stands in as a father-figure to Jesus after Jesus dies on the cross. He, along with Joseph of Arimathea, is the one who claims the body of the hopes, dreams, and future of those who … Continue reading →

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My “Best Of What I Saw” 2013 Version

Posted on December 30, 2013 by Jacob Sahms

By my count, I saw 38 films in 2013, plus over a hundred DVDs and several dozen TV shows. Of course, not all of them are created equal, and here’s my wrap up of what was actually worth catching! Best … Continue reading →

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