For my Genesis to Ruth class in seminary, we were asked to write some words on how God has been speaking to us. My one word would be "humbled." One of the ways God continually speaks to me, and this course is making me rethink, is about the complexity of his character and my limited... Continue Reading →
Cry of the Orphan-Foster Care Prayer Vigil
Cry of the Orphan. Take some time to join with others in prayer for children in the foster care system from May 20-27. This link will tell you a little more.
More than Fairy Tales: A Look at Biblical Narrative
The following are some thoughts from the first two chapters of The Art of Biblical Narrative, by Robert Alter. He provides some provocative and helpful counter thoughts to our modern, Western and very systematic forms of interpreting the Bible. I think Alter elevates the value of reading the Bible for enjoyment of the art and... Continue Reading →
Are You Thinking About Getting A Divorce? « Mark’s Blog
Are You Thinking About Getting A Divorce? « Mark's Blog. There's some good stuff on this link for those considering divorce. Some power is missing in it though. It's the Gospel. The reason we stay together in marriage is because of Jesus. Jesus stuck it out for us. We can stick it out for him.... Continue Reading →
World Water Day — Celebrate With Amos Batungura
World Water Day — Celebrate With Amos Batungura. Consider your role in easing the suffering of so many (especially children) without clean water...in Jesus' name.
Foreign Policy: Invisible Children responds « Invisible Children Blog
Foreign Policy: Invisible Children responds « Invisible Children Blog. You may have heard of Invisible Children or #kony2012 or Jason Russell by now. Before quickly blowing them off or becoming cynical to yet another crisis in the world consider what you have done to demonstrate God's justice in the world. Show compassion Seek justice Serve... Continue Reading →
How are your Children Handling the Sexualization of Our Culture? | A Stepping Stone on the Road to Recovery from Pornography Addiction
How are your Children Handling the Sexualization of Our Culture? | A Stepping Stone on the Road to Recovery from Pornography Addiction. This link will increase your awareness of the great trap of sexualized kids. My friend Andy Lundy has brought this to our attention and we should carefully consider this. There is also a... Continue Reading →
Ironman champ: Train your brain, then your body – CNN.com
Ironman champ: Train your brain, then your body - CNN.com. I love training motifs. This article caught my attention and I see strong parallels with Hebrews 12. I've summarized the article and compared Chrissie Wellington's insights with Scripture. Visualization:Â The race set before you (v.1). Imagine each step of the way. Mental Images:Â Look to Jesus (v.2),... Continue Reading →
The Gospel Project (Curriculum)
The Gospel Project. The Gospel Project is a new kids church curriculum I'm looking into. Looks sound as well as creative in approach.
Kids Feel What Parents Expressively Feel – Desiring God
Kids Feel What Parents Expressively Feel - Desiring God. Watch this little video from John Piper and help your children get caught up in the wonder of God. I LOVE reading stories to my children. The most moving ones for me are Bible stories. There are times when I step into the story so strongly that... Continue Reading →
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