Category Archives: Social Issues

On Labor

Posted on September 3, 2007 by Jason

As you enjoy this Labor Day holiday, I encourage you to read Larry James’ article today about what the words “labor” and “work” mean to the people of inner-city Dallas. As always, Larry’s blog smacks you in the face with … Continue reading →

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The Sunflower

Posted on August 7, 2007 by Jason

Over the weekend, I read a book that’ll be with me for a long time: Simon Wiesenthal’s The Sunflower. Wiesenthal, a Holocaust survivor, recounts the relentless horror of life in concentration camps. He doesn’t gloss over the Nazi dehumanization of … Continue reading →

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Huntsville Inner City Ministry

Posted on April 23, 2007 by Jason

During worship yesterday morning, we heard from Art Leslie, the minister at the Inner City church here in Huntsville. I appreciate Art and his wife Cynthia and their ministry to our community. It’s hard to believe that less than 3 … Continue reading →

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A Political Ethic

Posted on March 14, 2007 by Jason

As I prepare for a term paper on Romans 13 and the Christian’s relationship with government, a lot of thoughts have been running through my mind. Specifically, I’m thinking about my own expectation of the political process. In the past, … Continue reading →

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Bring Them to Jesus

Posted on February 27, 2007 by Jason

The portrait of Jesus in Mark 10 is one of my favorites. The disciples have been arguing about their place in the Kingdom. The Pharisees continue to seek out Jesus in order to test him. As the rich young ruler … Continue reading →

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Jesus Likes Whoppers

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Jason

Sunday morning, I met David and Robin. They’re a homeless couple that came to worship with us at Mayfair. They stopped by over the weekend and my friend Taylor helped them purchase some prescription drugs they needed. They decided to … Continue reading →

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Martin Luther King, Jr.

Posted on January 15, 2007 by Jason

Today I want to honor the life and legacy of a great American: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I’ll always admire Dr. King for being a voice of influence in the civil rights movement in our country. His message of … Continue reading →

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Mission Minded

Posted on December 12, 2006 by Jason

There are talkers and there are do-ers. My friend Jon is a do-er. I encourage you to read Jon’s blog today. He’s written a great piece entitled Mission Minded. Jon is an ambassador for the Huntsville Inner City Church. He’s … Continue reading →

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Inner City Church

Posted on December 10, 2006 by Jason

I had the chance to preach today at the Huntsville Inner City Church. This was such a blessing. I was greeted with warm smiles and handshakes from the good brothers and sisters there. Our worship was so uplifting. I was … Continue reading →

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More Importantly…

Posted on November 27, 2006 by Jason

…check out my buddy Mike over at Ocular Fusion. He writes concerning the funerals of Nicole Ford, Tanesha Hill, Christine Collier and Crystalle McCrary, the Lee High students who passed away as a result of last week’s horrific bus wreck. … Continue reading →

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