Thoughts on Theology, Life, and More
The introduction of Paul's letter to the Philippians begins not only with Thanksgiving but with a prayer for the believers in that beloved church. And within that prayer we are able to discern what St. Paul desired for the Philippians. He desired that Continue Reading
Dylan Thomas' poetry must be read aloud. It is not intended to be muffled and read in the mind, but through the mouth. And so on this snowy night in North Carolina, I gather by the fire for the evening's remaining moments and read the Welsh bard aloud to Continue Reading
It turns out that the Bible was right again. “A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones” (Proverbs 17:22 ESV)). According to the latest neuroscientists, laughter is actually good for your brain. So is Continue Reading
Dearest Students in the Gospel Ministry: I want to write you as this new semester begins and tell you a story about myself and then ask something of you. But first let me give you a Scripture to start your studies with: “But as for you, continue in Continue Reading
We come to the fifth chapter of Romans and in this magnificent chapter we will take away truths that will transform life and culture and I would say that the very idea of government and democracy and literature and all of Western Civilization could rest Continue Reading
Old Spice, Hai Karaté and the Aroma of God
Then burn the entire ram on the altar. It is a burnt offering to the LORD, a pleasing aroma, an offering made to the LORD by fire. Exodus 29.18 For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. Continue Reading