The phrase “spiritual goals” sounds strange to me. “Christian goals” also has an odd ring to it. Is it just me or does mixing these two words together like the corporate world mixed into the church? Our goal as Christians is to look to Christ for our salvation.… Read the rest

Yes, I’m blogging on a Christian blog about why we shouldn’t have concealed weapons in public. If you want to get to the religious part of my thoughts, skip half-way down this blog post. But please keep in mind, as much as I plead my case passionately, I’m open to discussion on this topic.… Read the rest

From Google Trends: (and in case this embed goes down, here’s a link to a screenshot) Funny that people would search for: Jesus quotes. Um, that’s like, bible verses. Even more crazy that the related rising terms has “baby Jesus quotes” Um, we know Jesus is God, but when he was a baby, I’m pretty sure he didn’t start talking right away.… Read the rest

God helps those who help themselves. A phrase we’ve all heard. Something about it seems theologically incorrect about it. First, God helps everyone. God loves everyone, including nonbelievers. Since God is alive and active in our world, He is constantly engaged with everything that happens.… Read the rest

One of my high school classmates and fellow cub scouts, Greg Syler, is now a pastor. He wrote an excellent article about the new Pope Francis, “Real power, shared authority – Francis and Lumen Gentium.” Greg brings up interesting insights like: Part of me wonders if Benedict resigned because he knew that the reforms he dreamed of could only come about from the heart of one who embodied those ideals, one who grew up in that church, one who was younger than he.… Read the rest