It appears to me that American Christianity has developed false dichotomies. Separating items that should not be separated. In essence we have developed a belief in “either or” rather than the potential of “both and”. Let me illustrate. Within the church and missions circles we have developed the “either or” dichotomy in areas of truth …
Category: Church
Church History
I just finished the last of a three part series on church history. In the next few days I will post some lessons from church history, but now I want to provide a few links to good church history information sites. History time line, includes links to listen to or download audio of two seminary …
Worship
Just a reminder
Quotes about the Church and Culture (Part 3)
How should the church relate to culture (see previous posts 1, 2)? How should we teach our children to engage society (see previous posts 1, 2)? G. K. Chesterton is often quoted as say, “We do not want, as the newspapers say, a church that will move with the world. We want a church that …
Living Grace Filled Lives
Romans 2:1-5 Therefore you have no excuse, O man, every one of you who judges. For in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself, because you, the judge, practice the very same things. 2 We know that the judgment of God rightly falls on those who do such things. 3 Do you suppose, O man–you …
A lesson on the church as family
The church we had the opportunity to serve and serve with in the Dominican Republic just experienced a lose. A young man (early 30s) who was a part of the leadership team of the church passed away on Sunday. He became suddenly ill the second day we were in the DR. After several days of …
The Church and Cultural Relevance part 2
The issue of “relevance” seems to be a two-edged sword. On the one had, who doesn’t want to be relevant? Relevant can mean–having sensible or logical connection with something–like that which is currently being discussed. And the church should be part of the conversation. Relevant can also mean–having some bearing on or importance for real-world …