Wow. I can't believe how long it's been since I updated this page. I'm going to try to get back to regular posting, but it's been a wacky summer. Not really busy, at least no more busy than usual, but just a disjointed and sort of random season. Anyhow, I'd been working on some drafts … Continue reading A funny thing happened on the way to this blog…
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Flyfishing with Jesus
OK, before I start, I just gotta say, the title of this blog would be a very cool name for a Christian band. Just sayin'.... So, seriously, I did go flyfishing with Jesus the other day. I haven't been fishing nearly enough this year. The few short day-trips I've had were a lot of fun … Continue reading Flyfishing with Jesus
The martyrdom of misery
I'm trying to find where in the Bible it says we need to make ourselves miserable to become disciples of Christ. So far, I'm striking out. But there must be something in there somewhere that says we have to martyr our happiness to truly follow Jesus. After all, it seems to be all the rage … Continue reading The martyrdom of misery
Black & Blue from the Bible
I have a friend who is very knowledgeable about scripture. He can quote chapter and verse in almost any situation in any conversation about any topic. He's an excellent teacher and I know when I need a quick reference, he's a guy I can turn to for answers almost quicker than biblegateway.com. The problem is, … Continue reading Black & Blue from the Bible
What do we really want?
I was listening to a Fermi Project podcast the other day where Gabe Lyons was interviewing author Brian McLaren. The overall topic was about how Christians can turn around some of the perceptions held about us by those outside the faith, but he made one comment that really struck a chord with me. What McLaren was … Continue reading What do we really want?
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