I used to count heavily on the hope of a hereafter. I preached about it often and referred to it in my funeral sermons. But I'm done with the concept.
Category: God
Why Aren’t We the Innovators?
Paul once said that we were baptized to walk in newness of life but we are scared to do it. It’s much easier to march toward death while insisting we are right.
Charlottesville–What Do I Say?
I want to say to the white supremacists, “Yes, you have the right to say what you think and so do I. So I also want to say, “You should be ashamed. Shut the hell up!”
So About Church Politics….
To the surviving handful of people who tried so hard to get rid of me over the last three decades, feel free to claim your victory.
Angry Outcasts
Parents, your children are more important than your religion.
It’s Time to Use the Bible Competently
Don't expect to get a free pass by saying, "The Bible says so."
Silent Reckoning
I finally admitted to myself that while I prayed constantly, God never answered back. No words came to me. The feelings I experienced were my own. And the events that happened after I prayed had only the meaning I attributed to them. It was painful. I had poured out my life in service to someone … Continue reading Silent Reckoning
Deep Calls 