We May Need to Change the Label

What do you think when you hear the term "Christian"?  Do you think of someone who is "saved," or "born again"?  Maybe you think of someone who goes to church.  The face of a relative may come to mind who you would think of as a Christian.  You may even think of yourself!  Regardless what … Continue reading We May Need to Change the Label

Ashamed

Rachel Held Evans has definitely made her mark in the Christian blogosphere.  Edgy and brutally honest, her writing is definitely not for those who are comfortable with their religion.  While I may not always agree with her conclusions, I always appreciate her willingness to tackle the tough issues and ask the hard questions. Recently Rachel … Continue reading Ashamed

Are You a Healer?

It may seem like a gross understatement, but our world is sick on multiple levels.  Fractured relationships abound.  It doesn't matter if you are talking about relationships between husbands and wives, parents and children, employers and employees, governments and citizens.  Relationships on every level are in a state of decline and decay.  Disease continues to … Continue reading Are You a Healer?

A Stunning Announcement

Picture this:  You are sitting out on a hillside at night watching over your flock of sheep.  Millions of stars illuminate the cloudless night.  It is so still out in the countryside that the slightest sound can be heard for miles.    It's cold so you and your do-workers are sitting near the fire talking about … Continue reading A Stunning Announcement