So yesterday I didn’t preach. You might think that odd, since the Sunday before Christmas Eve is historically one of the most well-attended of the year. Which is precisely why I didn’t preach. I thought it was an extraordinarily important time for the church to hear from another voice on our leadership (more on that Read the full article…
In honor of our series Christmas Lights and this week’s emphasis on the kind of light reflected by those who follow Jesus, enjoy this one from DC Talk. In the world of Contemporary Christian Music, still one of the earliest, coolest, and best: Sunday. 8:30. 10. 11:30.
Hebrews 11 conludes its “Hall Of Faith” — a recitation of the many biblical characters who, ironically, did not “receive what was promised” despite a lifetime of obedience — with these words: “the world was not worthy of them.” What a thought: that we as God’s people might construct lives of such radical, counter-intuitive obedience Read the full article…
This past Saturday morning, as part of the clean up crew for our Room In The Inn ministry, I met someone who attends the church. It turns out that I had met him in passing before, but it had not registered. Anyway, I began a litany of questions for my new friend. How long have Read the full article…
As I was born in 1961, I’m part of the first legitimate “TV Generation.” So what are those shows that shaped my childhood and even today fill me with fondness as I traipse down memory lane? Here are the Top Five: 1. Leave It To Beaver. Few things make me more nostalgic than hearing the Read the full article…
