Religion

Which Jesus? … Which Cross? …

Nearly ten years ago I enjoyed a conversation with Hance. We talked of what we were currently reading. He told me of his latest read Philip Yancey’s, The Jesus I Never Knew. Hearing him describe the subject and his reaction led me to purchase my own copy. Thus began … Continue reading

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Don’t forget Darfur …

We (Snow Hill Staff) noted the situation in Darfur for nearly a year. You may note the button on the left sidebar – Genocide is Happening Again. Click to learn more. Big Daddy Weave points to a recent New York Times article – Darfur Trembles as Peacekeepers’ Exit LoomsContinue reading

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Who knew … boy does that hurt … and that … and that …

Lists. Sometimes they are good to keep and others times they simply define us. This week I have been working on a list. There are a number of things to do that go with being a home owner. It is not that I do not like doing them, it … Continue reading

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Is everything interpretation? … may be …

James K.A. Smith points out the reality of differing interpretations of the same event in, Who’s Afraid of Postmodernism?. For example, he writes a couple of contrasting pieces wherein some travelers in Jerusalem conclude Jesus is just another Nazarene crucified in Jerusalem. In apposition he writes a piece … Continue reading

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Sod Cutting, AWAKE and Faith …

There are always easier ways to get things done. Cutting sod with a machine might have been easier this morning but it was good for this preacher to sweat. Jerry Manney used to tell me, "It’s hard on a preacher to sweat." He may have enjoyed watching me move … Continue reading

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