Jesus said in Matthew 19:14, Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” While I see his point… he was trying to show that one must transform his heart into that of a little child to come into [...]
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Let the Little Children Come to Me
Posted in Fun, Theology on September 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Anakin Skywalker and the Seduction of Evil
Posted in Theology, tagged Anakin Skywalker, Darth Vader, evil, good, Jesus, Scripture, Star Wars on April 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
After yesterday… I’m more convinced than ever that there is not a better movie/story to emulate the Biblical plan of redemption than Star Wars. Obviously it is NOT the story of scripture, but the truth is that George Lucas has openly admitted that he pulled from the stories of Scripture (he grew up Methodist), and [...]
The House of Mourning Became a House of Joy
Posted in Theology on December 3, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Ecclesiastes 7:2-4 says:
2 It is better to go to a house of mourning
than to go to a house of feasting,
for death is the destiny of every man;
the living should take this to heart.
3 Sorrow is better than laughter,
because a sad face is good for the heart.
4 The heart [...]
I’m Thankful
Posted in Theology on November 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
I’m thankful for Jack Russell puppies. I’m thankful for 8 year old boys who beg daddy to play ball… nintendo… watch movies… and wrestle. I’m thankful for a lovely wife who was “barren” (to use the old Biblical term) and whom the Lord saw fit to bless with a natural pregnancy.
I’m thankful for my [...]
Disciples of Christ, Politics, and Government (#1)
Posted in Theology on September 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
I’ve been reflecting on a scriptural perspective on how I should vote. Exactly what my position should be on major issues, and how politically involved I need to be. In thinking about many, many things lately, I thought I’d drop this passage in here:
From Romans 13:1Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for [...]
Restoration Thinking #7
Posted in Theology on June 5, 2008 | 1 Comment »
We’ve had a tough week in Bowling Green. At least 6 families from our church family have had major situations in which they need prayer. This is heavy stuff, and some of the situations are deeply joyful, some are deeply mournful, and others are not as threatening, but equally stressful for all involved.
In Acts 2:42-4:37, the disciples [...]
Majesty – the Grand Canyon
Posted in Fun, Theology on May 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
This past week I was blessed to be able to work in Arizona. It was productive work, as I met with chapters around the state – 10 or 11 in all. But being a Christian and an outdoorsy kind of guy, I couldn’t get to Arizona and not see the Grand Canyon. For Drew’s pictures, [...]
Busy times…
Posted in Theology on April 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
It was just this past week when I had quite a wake-up call.
Not only did we lose our precious “nephew”, Ethan Powell to Leukemia, but my dear wife was gone all week with the family in Memphis/Shreveport, the kids were with my Mom & Dad, and I found myself alone. Several nights… while alone and [...]
Whenever two or three are gathered in My name…
Posted in Theology on March 17, 2008 | 1 Comment »
…I am with them. This past Sunday we were out of the country… well, it felt like it! I was coming down with what I now know was STREP throat, and was laid up in the bed trying to get some rest – which of course I never got since my 7 year old [...]
