One of the most interesting stories in the Hebrew Bible is that of Noah and the Flood (Genesis 6-9). And by interesting, what I mean is that… Read more “Learning From the Failure of God”
Tag: God
The Suffering of Lent
In our culture, Christianity is a happy religion. Turn on any Christian radio station and listen to the songs that play. Nearly all of them are upbeat,… Read more “The Suffering of Lent”
The Repentance of Lent
“Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at Hand!” I’m sure you’ve seen that on a church sign somewhere. Perhaps someone has yelled it at you while… Read more “The Repentance of Lent”
The Challenge of Lent
People like habits. We like our routines. Once we figure out how to handle a situation, we tend to prefer not to have to figure out brand… Read more “The Challenge of Lent”
Remember, O Man, That Dust Thou Art
If you attend an Ash Wednesday service today (and I highly recommend that you do), chances are pretty good that the priest or minister who applies your… Read more “Remember, O Man, That Dust Thou Art”
Be Skeptical of the One Who Offers You Power
In one of the first stories in the Bible, a talking snake appears to the first man and woman and encourages them to eat fruit. I mean,… Read more “Be Skeptical of the One Who Offers You Power”
Love the Lord Your Gun
This is not meant to be a political discussion. I don’t care what the Constitution says. I don’t care about the Second Amendment. I’m not trying to… Read more “Love the Lord Your Gun”
An Unrealistic Hope
“The ultimate weakness of violence is that it is a descending spiral, begetting the very thing it seeks to destroy. Instead of diminishing evil, it multiplies it. Through… Read more “An Unrealistic Hope”
Biblical Oppression and Liberation
Earlier this month, both the House and the Senate of the state of Tennessee voted to make the Bible its official book. Neither vote was particularly close.… Read more “Biblical Oppression and Liberation”
Starting Over
Jesus’ ministry was good news for everyone he talked to. It was good for the apostles, who believed most of the things that he was doing. It… Read more “Starting Over”
