Current Affairs

Dust … humility and the larger narrative … Ash Wednesday …

A few months ago I worked to finish a couple of small remodeling projects at home. Our home was built in the era of “popcorn” ceilings. Patty wanted a different look. I had already scraped the ceilings and hand textured two bedrooms. Now it was time to move to … Continue reading

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No “Fat Tuesday” for these … they will always be with you …

The last Monday evening of each month you will find a group of young people serving. When it is very hot and when it is very cold they will be there. On the “Fat Tuesday Eve” they served. One of the men who helps coordinate our effort to feed … Continue reading

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We reap what we sow … Grey’s Anatomy, the CP and the SBC …

If you have read for long you may know one of my favorite televisions series is Grey’s Anatomy. Some may find this odd for a pastor. Since the early days of this show I have been intrigued at the ways in which contemporary culture has been portrayed, critiqued … Continue reading

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Ascol posts, a battle ensues and IMonk (a.k.a. Michael Spencer) talks of contentions …

Last week Tom Ascol posted asking “What kind of person would make a good president of the SBC?” In the process a battle of sorts took place in the comment section. I do not recall ever seeing a blog post with nearly 300 comments (by the time … Continue reading

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The Don married again?

I saw a spot on ET noting that after five years of “being together”, Donald Trump will marry again. Ivanna got him for a reported $23 million after 13 yeras. Marla got a paltry $2 million after five years. The question for many is what kind of “pre-nuptial” will … Continue reading

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