A Fearful Population Throughout the events of 2020 and 2021, one of the critical issues I have personally seen is the rise of fear amongst the general population of America. This issue is not limited to those on the left or right, it is not a younger as opposed to older generational phenomenon. Rather, I have observed people of all ideological and theological stripes, as … [Read more...] about Coolheaded Amidst The Chaos: A Call For Clarity and Courage Instead of Fear
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Does Loving Your Neighbor Mean You Must Take A COVID Vaccine?
The Trump Card Argument One of the primary callings for Christians is to possess a deep love for others. We are commanded to love the Lord our God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength and to love our neighbors as ourselves (Luke 10:27). These are fundamental truths Christians are agreed upon. However, here lately, it seems as though many believers have forgotten … [Read more...] about Does Loving Your Neighbor Mean You Must Take A COVID Vaccine?
Open The Church: Re-Examining Fundamental Beliefs
Addressing Basic Assumptions Hello friend, this is part 2 of an article series I wrote addressing pastors on the issue of opening the church. If this is your first time to the blog, welcome, and I would recommend you check out part 1 of this series here. You, dear reader, are evaluating my words and opinions based upon your own previously held foundational beliefs. I … [Read more...] about Open The Church: Re-Examining Fundamental Beliefs
Open The Church: Foundations For A Profitable Discussion
My Motivation For Writing 2020 was my first year to be involved in pastoral ministry. Admittedly, it was quite the fascinating ride in many ways. Here in the good old U.S. of A. we had a fiery political season, we had this unique anomaly called COVID, and at the start of 2021, we had a bit of an upheaval at the Capitol! Of course, that is not even referencing events, both … [Read more...] about Open The Church: Foundations For A Profitable Discussion