Category: Practical Christianity
Should Christians Vote and Engage in Politics?
This cuts to the core of what a Christian really is! Nearly 6,000 years ago, Satan the devil (appearing as a serpent) convinced Adam and Eve to reject God’s rule over their lives (Genesis 3:1-6). That decision set humanity on a course of self-government—apart from God’s guidance and laws. Human…
Righteous Anger?
20 For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God. ~ Jas 1:20 James wrote a letter of correction to the brethren at large. He had many things to say about lusts causing wars and strife, the proper use of the tongue and anger.
The International Date Lines Implications in Religion
[Originally published on Helium 25 February 2009] It’s a global economy. If nothing else, the latest financial woes of the US make that very apparent. As Disney used to say, “It’s a small world after all.” We now have project teams that span the globe. We might have to set…
God’s Labor Day
[Originally published 5 Sept 2011, updated 1 Sept 2014] If people don’t have to work, then why is it called Labor Day?
Super Heroes, Authority and Microclimates (Microcultures)
32 Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. ~ Lk 12:32 I suppose I’m getting old. I don’t know about you, but I like the old heroes the best. I don’t think it boring that the good guys wear white hats…
When Things Don’t Make Sense, It Is Sometimes Just Timing
Paul was told to not preach in Asia? How does that make sense? The Journeys of Paul By Geraki Click on image to see original 6 They went through the region of Phrygia and Galatia and were prevented by the Holy Spirit from speaking the message in Asia. 7 When…
Greatest Story Never Told, and Lies My Mom Emailed Me
The Gutenberg Bible on display One of the messages I’ve listened to lately mentioned “the greatest story never told”. Of course, this is a play on words from The Greatest Story Ever Told, which ostensibly is about the Gospel. The problem, of course, is that the traditional version of “the…
Being an Example
A 1902 bulb horn from a French antique car Photo by Thesupermat A man was driving carefully on a cloudy day which already had several large raindrops hitting his windshield. It wasn’t just the weather that made him nervous, however, as he was being tailgated on the busy, potentially slick…
What Good Are Stress and Trials, Anyhow?
Conan the Barbarian (1982) All posts are dedicated first to God the Father and Jesus Christ the Savior. This particular post is dedicated secondarily to a friend. Just PUSH
Should Christians Vote and Engage in Politics?
This cuts to the core of what a Christian really is! Nearly 6,000 years ago, Satan the devil (appearing as a serpent) convinced Adam and Eve to reject God’s rule over their lives (Genesis 3:1-6). That decision set humanity on a course of self-government—apart from God’s guidance and laws. Human…
Righteous Anger?
20 For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God. ~ Jas 1:20 James wrote a letter of correction to the brethren at large. He had many things to say about lusts causing wars and strife, the proper use of the tongue and anger.
The International Date Lines Implications in Religion
[Originally published on Helium 25 February 2009] It’s a global economy. If nothing else, the latest financial woes of the US make that very apparent. As Disney used to say, “It’s a small world after all.” We now have project teams that span the globe. We might have to set…
God’s Labor Day
[Originally published 5 Sept 2011, updated 1 Sept 2014] If people don’t have to work, then why is it called Labor Day?
Super Heroes, Authority and Microclimates (Microcultures)
32 Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. ~ Lk 12:32 I suppose I’m getting old. I don’t know about you, but I like the old heroes the best. I don’t think it boring that the good guys wear white hats…
When Things Don’t Make Sense, It Is Sometimes Just Timing
Paul was told to not preach in Asia? How does that make sense? The Journeys of Paul By Geraki Click on image to see original 6 They went through the region of Phrygia and Galatia and were prevented by the Holy Spirit from speaking the message in Asia. 7 When…
Greatest Story Never Told, and Lies My Mom Emailed Me
The Gutenberg Bible on display One of the messages I’ve listened to lately mentioned “the greatest story never told”. Of course, this is a play on words from The Greatest Story Ever Told, which ostensibly is about the Gospel. The problem, of course, is that the traditional version of “the…
Being an Example
A 1902 bulb horn from a French antique car Photo by Thesupermat A man was driving carefully on a cloudy day which already had several large raindrops hitting his windshield. It wasn’t just the weather that made him nervous, however, as he was being tailgated on the busy, potentially slick…
What Good Are Stress and Trials, Anyhow?
Conan the Barbarian (1982) All posts are dedicated first to God the Father and Jesus Christ the Savior. This particular post is dedicated secondarily to a friend. Just PUSH