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It Would Work without Me
The word “faith” itself connotes an ultimate confidence in things we cannot possibly understand, much less control. I can tell you that it’s there. I can show you what it does to me when I touch it. My words just … Continue reading
Posted in eldercraft
Tagged communion, ministry, mission, mysticism, nature, pastoral care, psychology, religion, sensory heart
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The Thrill Is Gone
I used to obsess over every detail, all the options, every possibility that I could imagine. It was more than a hobby; it was a way of life. Now I just don’t care any more. Adequate for the mission is … Continue reading
StT: 1 Corinthians 9:9
(Continuing with selections from Gospel Red Herring: Spiritualizing the Text.) Is it not amusing how quickly evangelical clergymen seize on something that lines their pockets? This is one place where they don’t seem to mind spiritualizing the text. Paul quotes … Continue reading
No Cookie Cutter
There’s nothing wrong with adding some entertainment value to your worship. However, when entertainment is the only thing happening, we have a problem. This is was my primary complaint with Life Church and a few other religious institutions I’ve experienced. … Continue reading
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Tagged entertainment, LifeChurch, ministry, mission, Pastor Craig, religion, spirituality
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Two-Fisted Prayer
With one hand we keep a grip on the anchor of our souls; the other reaches out to seize the world with redemptive power. Let’s remind ourselves that faith is a synonym for commitment and trust. In this case, we … Continue reading
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Tagged faith in God, faithful stewards, ministry, mission, moral consciousness, mysticism, prayer, redemptive power
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Pastoral Note: Changes
It’s not for me to say whether, or how, it will affect any of you, dear readers and parishioners. For me, there are changes. In ways large and small, we live in the time of Peleg again (Genesis 10:25). It’s … Continue reading
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Tagged internet, ministry, miscellaneous, mission, mysticism, Peleg, virtual parish
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Serenity in Tribulation
It’s not your concern. When you manage to dismiss from your mind a broad range of things you cannot and should not try to change, it’s much easier to keep a solid grip on that serenity necessary for God’s glory. … Continue reading
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Tagged cult leader, federal government, government, ministry, mysticism, oppression, psychology, religion, tribulation
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Parish Update: Late November 2014
For those of you praying with us about our needs, the “new” car is working fine. With the amount of donated funds left after making the purchase, the first thing we did is buy brake pads for all wheels and … Continue reading