Category Archives: Theology

Indescribable

There’s a Jewish saying: “In order to describe God, one would have to be God.” Even though we use words like “holy” or “righteous” or “Father” to help shape our understanding of God, we do so with the knowledge that … Continue reading

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Jesus Wants to Save Christians

I just finished reading a great book. Rob Bell’s Jesus Wants to Save Christians is the best book I’ve read this year. Granted, it’s the only book I’ve read so far this year, but no matter. Bell has a real … Continue reading

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The Intersection of Hope

It’s easy to look back and see that 2008 was a difficult year. The economy is on everyone’s mind; each day brings news of more corporate scandals and massive employee layoffs. But 2009 is upon us and with the new … Continue reading

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Abounding in Hope

I came across a verse in my study today that I’ve never fully absorbed before. But it was one that especially resonated with me. May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that … Continue reading

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Top Twelve Books of 2008

At the beginning of the year, I set a personal goal to try and read one book a week. I knew that was ambitious and even though I fell woefully short (when I finish my current read, I’ll be at … Continue reading

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Toward a Missional Ethic: Creation

I found this image online the other day. I think it probably expresses well the pervasive attitude from within the Christian community regarding the environment. The implication here is that I shouldn’t care about environmentalism so long as unborn babies … Continue reading

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Figs Out of Season

Recently I realized how skeptical I can be when it comes to acts of kindness. Last week my family and I were the recipients of a tremendous act of kindness. These individuals provided us with some help free of charge. … Continue reading

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The Big Story, Part 2

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The Big Story

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I Believe: The Gospel

What is the Gospel? For too long, the Gospel has been reduced to a series of propositional doctrinal statements one must intellectually assent to in order to experience personal forgiveness of sin and receive the promise of going to some … Continue reading

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