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The Ultimatum….

22/03/2011

There has been a lot of controversy as of late concerning a particular pastor/writer and his view of hell and the fate of humanity. He has been vilified, and dismissed by many from the “big league” Evangelicals to the “wanna be” blogger types hoping their condemnations of Rob Bell will catapult them to the big time. Many of them … More The Ultimatum….

Legalism vs “Easy Believe-ism”

12/03/2011

We Evangelicals can’t be happy unless we are doing something for God, because then and only then will God smile at us and be happy. I think a lot of it has to do with how much we despise people getting something for nothing, you know, living off the system. So in our Christian life we … More Legalism vs “Easy Believe-ism”

Love vs. Doctrine

07/03/2011

I admit that I am passionate about non-believers seeing what the unconditional love of God can look like. I am also passionate for believers in the church to understand the unconditional love of God so well that it sets them free from the legalism that is so prevalent in the american church today. Because I hold those two views … More Love vs. Doctrine

The Lord Jesus & Lady GAGA

05/03/2011

Last night I went to church. It was an amazing service. Thousands of people filling the auditorium. There were younger and older, male and female, some dressed up, and some in jeans and tee shirts singing and dancing, raising their hands high above their head. Everyone accepted everyone else, just as they were. The service was filled with ambiance, … More The Lord Jesus & Lady GAGA

Reflection, repentence, and grace

05/01/2011

Every year I begin with the hope that my life and the things that I accomplish in my life will be different. This year is no exception. For me 2010 was a year of blessing and a year of failure and weakness. First the blessings. Our daughter and grand-daughter are living with us while my … More Reflection, repentence, and grace

I Cannot Keep Silent!

22/09/2010

I have held off for a while….apparently my words were making some people, umm, uncomfortable. But I can no longer just sit here and not say anything concerning the evangelical romp through the moral, ethical, and political swamp. I have said it before and I will say it again, the Evangelical church in America has lost its … More I Cannot Keep Silent!

The Gospel…Part 2

29/03/2010

i concluded my last post with the thought that when i finally began to understand the Gospel i was changed. the gospel does that, it changes you. this Gospel is what some of the church has lost. but it is the key to true freedom. having come to the place of spiritual meltdown, a friend pursued me … More The Gospel…Part 2

The Gospel….part 1

27/03/2010

when you hear the word Gospel what do you think? most people would say, “well, it means the “good news” from God.” others will say it stands for the means of salvation for all who believe it. now i may shock you here but those comments aren’t wrong BUT there is so much more to it than … More The Gospel….part 1

What’s Grace Got To Do With It?

10/03/2010

After what has seemed to be a lengthy absence I am back. I have had a bit of time for more soul-searching, and re-examination of motives and now I am ready to once again move forward with my thoughts. I know I am moody, introspective, and well just plan crazy! Over the past several months I have … More What’s Grace Got To Do With It?

Reprimand or Coddle…day 155

02/02/2010

i am attempting to spend a few months just reading and re-reading through the Gospels, hoping to hear from the Father for some direction. i must be honest, there are so many times that i think that i am on the wrong path, with all my focus on grace and forgiveness. yes, i feel accepted by the Father and embraced by His … More Reprimand or Coddle…day 155