Election 2008

Believing the Worst About Those With Whom We Disagree

Long before November 4th I grew embarrassed. How could someone who professes a faith in Jesus, the Christ and contends for the rule and reign of God take to mis-information? For some reason “thou shalt not bear false witness” only applies to those with whom we agree. I did … Continue reading

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Socialist SBC Pastors … The Day After

Growing up as a child of the Cold War people often threw around incendiary labels. Rousing the rank and file among those I knew could be easily done with references to the (former) USSR, China or Castro’s Cuba. Communist. Socialist. Any hint at an affiliation, even tangentially, with writings, … Continue reading

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Voting Is (NOT) the Highest Form of Citizenship

I am at my desk for a few moments. I will walk back down to our “big room” and see how I can continue to offer hospitality to voters. I have been here making coffee since 6:30 a.m. Several of our folks have come to help – Nathan, LaRae, … Continue reading

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Prayer, the Election and Unity … Lisa Samson

Lisa and Will Samson wrote a great little book, Justice in the Burbs. Now, Lisa has posted a note on Facebook that she gave permission to share. Her thoughts intend to re-center those of us who follow Jesus and face a “what to do” come November 4 – … Continue reading

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