Batman and Robin.
Peanut butter and jelly.
Mario and Luigi.
Fear and Christianity.
It seems some things just go together.
And it's not just the fear of hell (although that's the big one). It turns out we've found ways to weave fear into much of how we make sense of Christianity. It could be ...
From my vantage point, we are witnessing a fascinating shift in our understanding of God and faith and the church. We are asking different questions and considering new ways of living as a community of Jesus followers.
Yet we often look at all that has been established and then downplay what slowly...
This weekend I had the chance to preach in a series called "What's On Your Mind?" I shared a story that explores a profound cultural shift through the eyes of early followers of Jesus. Our story is set in the book of Acts, chapter ten, and revolves around the pivotal transformation experienced by...
There's often a significant difference in perspective between people in the church world and those who aren't a part of it. When I talk with people outside the church about things like Christian concern over the LGBTQ+ community, they are often quite confused. Even church members sometimes miss how ...
On the latest episode of the Cabernet and Pray podcast, I responded to a recently viral clip on mental health in the Christian community. As some of you might be aware, a clip featuring Pastor John MacArthur has been circulating on social media. In this episode, we’ll dive into the theology and a...
Imagine a family with two parents with college degrees. They both have jobs that require continued education each year. They want to make sure their kids grow up to be well-educated too. That's why they take an active role in their schooling and discuss the latest ideas they are learning together as...
Let's play a little game.
Do you think there are a lot of McDonald's in the United States?
Or how about Starbucks? Do you think there are a lot of Starbucks locations in the United States?
Now, here's a slightly trickier one: Do you think there are a lot of churches in the United States?
While ...
I remember growing up in the church and constantly hearing about a "Biblical worldview." This was in contrast to any other way of viewing the world. Obviously, the good Christians had this elusive Biblical worldview, and their own selfish values and sin hindered everyone else's view.
There's just o...
The author Anthony Warner (lovingly known as the Angry Chef) wrote that "The energy required to refute bullshit is many times the energy required to produce it." The older I get, the more I realize the validity of this observation.
It's been heartbreaking to watch the way most Americans (especiall...
So much of Christianity, at least in America, is about trying to arrive at the 'right beliefs' about God. Once we deem ourselves to be at that place, we hold onto those beliefs with white knuckles and fight off anyone who may threaten them. It's a bit depressing how often a spiritual conversation tu...
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