I wonder how long it will be before the first week of Advent stops reminding me of one of the…
Jesus is Not God’s Son
First off – I’m not a heretic. Second – you probably agree with me. I’m fully aware of all the…
God Listens and That Matters
Last night, something unexpected happened. I gave some folks advice, then I followed it, then things worked out like I…
Jesus & Politics
I’m going to talk about politics, and I’m going to talk about Jesus. And I don’t care if you agree…
Out on the Edge
I am in a strange place. The church I serve is closing. My denomination is still paying me, but…
The Master Plan
When my brother was 6, he decided he wanted to be an astronaut. Most 6-yr-olds say this, but he actually…
Three Reasons to Go to Church
I get paid to show up to church so it’s not really a choice for me. I realize that there…
Out of Bounds
I’m preaching about the Apostles Creed right now – what does it say? why does it matter? – that sort…
God Created…something. Somehow.
These days I’m preaching about what we believe and why that matters. I guess that should probably always be true,…
A Defense of Tradition (from a guy who wears jeans to church)
Lent begins tomorrow. And I think Lent is important. I’m rarely moved by the argument “we’ve always done it this…