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The Language of Heaven

In some circles, it is almost trite to say it: “Praise is the language spoken in Heaven.” That’s because it typically refers to some scripted exercise in emotional manipulation. Yet it remains true that a genuine moment of worship will … Continue reading

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Moral Process

We stand on the rock of humility. When we come to heart-led faith from mainstream Christian religion, we have to shed a lot of bad mental habits. This is what Romans 12:2 means, because the mainstream is worldly, clinging to … Continue reading

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People Who Want to Hear

My son drove me to the VA yesterday and accompanied me to the various appointments scheduled that day. As you might expect, a hospital like the OKC VA Medical Center is loaded with atypical people. These are not your average … Continue reading

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Spirit Scouts

The Boy Scouts taught me: “Always be prepared.” But we are Spirit Scouts: “Always be heart-led.” That’s as much preparation as we really need. First off, let me reiterate that the Internet isn’t likely to go away anytime soon. As … Continue reading

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Answering 04: Radicals

We are more radical than radicals. The world “radical” implies a plan to cut things back to the very roots and try to grow a better crop the next time. What we do here in our parish is more like … Continue reading

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Answering 02: Two Realms

(This is a reblog linking back the other way, for once.) How do you explain it? In my mind there remain a handful of people who seemed to understand. They were on their own path and knew it, so I … Continue reading

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Answering 02: Two Realms

How do you explain it? In my mind there remain a handful of people who seemed to understand. They were on their own path and knew it, so I offer not a word of criticism about their choices. Most of … Continue reading

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A Series on Answering

I think I’m through with writing books for awhile. I’m not through with writing and teaching, and I’m not through with publishing Bible studies as books, but I can’t find any drive to pull together any more big studies on … Continue reading

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Growth Considerations

The driving force is our commitment to God’s glory. As I moved from traditional organized Christian religion to a more ancient approach to faith, I found it increasingly difficult to share what I was doing. At first I thought my … Continue reading

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Turn on the Light

It’s time for the grand opening. Spread the word. I’m all in, not hedging my bets or anything else. This virtual parish is all I do or want to do; no other claim to fame. There were a couple of … Continue reading

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