Blatantly sexist. Hierarchical. Offensive. Oppressive. Domineering. What would provoke such harsh declarations? The writer of those words goes on to identify the reason: “capitalized, masculine pronouns in…every description of God.” These severe pronouncements...
I grew up hearing adults say all kinds of wise things. At least they sounded wise…and biblical. Just the sort of statements God would include in the Bible, especially in books like Proverbs. You’re probably familiar with most of them. So how about a little quiz? How...
Kids love to play hide-and-go-seek. Even as adults, we enjoy making discoveries or being the first in our circle to learn new information. But what happens when that discovery is related to the Bible? Is new information always a good thing? Not always. The apostle...
Have you heard about the miniseries, The Bible, which has been airing on the History Channel for the past month or so? The History Channel’s website notes: “The Bible comes to life in HISTORY’s epic new series. From Genesis to Revelation, these unforgettable stories...
There’s a saying traveling the internet these days that goes something like this: “What if you woke up today with only the things you thanked God for yesterday?” (Was that as convicting for you as it was for me?) In keeping with this theme of thanksgiving, I’d like to...
These quotes say it better than I could... Matthew 27:50-53 (NIV): And when Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, he gave up his spirit. At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook and the rocks split. The tombs...
Are you tired of all the clichés yet? New year. New start. Blank slate. Except that it isn’t a blank slate anymore, is it? Your days have begun to fill up. The holidays are a given. New Year’s Day, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s...
Another ruler has fallen. Hosni Mubarek, President of Egypt, stepped down this week after almost thirty years of rule. He joins a long list of deposed dictators throughout history. Mass unrest in his country left him few options, despite his assurances that he would...
If there’s one thing in short supply these days, it’s hope. Politicians promise, but fail to deliver on their promises. Family members make commitments, but disappoint us. Terrorists strike with seeming impunity. Jobs are scarce, money is tight, and the more we wish...
Do you know who Colonel Harland David Sanders was? I’ll give you a few hints…white suit, string tie, white goatee, southern charm, and the originator of a secret blend of eleven herbs and spices. Ah, you’ve got it now—the founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken, now known...
No-Comfort Zones God and I have been having an ongoing conversation. Then again, it hasn’t been so much of a...
Look Up or Give Up? Some of us are ready to give up. Feelings of hopelessness are pervasive as we wonder how...
It was just a tiny spot recognized by the scan—a little more than a centimeter. But as soon as it was identified, the...