Ethics

I Did Not Go to the Prom – Or, In Defense of J.D. Greear

(Sometimes writing is “risk-taking.” Pastors writing on sensitive subjects on the interwebs may have dire consequences when words fail to stir healthy conversation. I write this post on my website. I am expressing my convictions not those of my church. The church I pastor is comprised of people who Continue reading

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Thinking of Going Virtual at Snow Hill

That’s right. I think we will exchange the embodied life for the virtual life. After all it is more important to say the right things than actually do them. And, if we can get more people to see me, then you can be sure we will have “reached” … Continue reading

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You Can’t Tripp N.T. Wright

My friends Tripp and Chad interviewed Bishop Tom for their renowned podcast. After responding to the work of other theologians, academics, etc, Wright discusses his newest book, After You Believe. In Tripps humorous idiomatic expression, the interview is full of nuggets of goodness. Take a listen. What … Continue reading

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Brueggemann on Compassion as Cultural Critique

Sunday,  I mentioned an article in The Oklahoman about Amy Palmiero-Winters. Her commitment to come along side another and give hope proved an incredible picture of compassion. And then today I find the follow-up story. Reading a quote from Walter Brueggemann brought Palmiero-Winters to mind. Critics like … Continue reading

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The Dangers of Celebrity Culture – Subtleties for the Church

I like Leonard Pitts Jr. The Oklahoman carries a piece by him every once in a while. I include his articles in my Bloglines subscriptions.

Pitts, in a recent piece, cites the interesting conflation of the celebrity and the notorious. The impetus for his ruminations – Milorad ”Rod” … Continue reading

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