Terry Bollea was never perfect. He remained rough around the edges, and until his death, he was a work in progress. At the same time, Terry was also a changed man – one who remained in the grip of grace.
Category: Blog
Let’s Get to Work
Whether your candidate won or lost their bid for office, we all have work to do that transcends the divide we’ve created. While it’s easy to think about how that work should be done by the elected officials in our state and federal offices, in reality, that work starts with the person in the mirror.
Political Witness and the Way of Jesus Part 2: Assimilation, Fortification, or Incarnation?
Citizens of God’s Kingdom are intended to be present in addressing socio-political issues of poverty, injustice, hunger, other issues, while also being present to address real spiritual bondage, and the freedom and flourishing available in Jesus. You can’t do that by bowing up and making enemies out of neighbors, blending in and becoming no different than the system, or hiding out and becoming irrelevant to everyone other than those in your bubble. Jesus’ witness of “withness” is a better way.
Political Witness and the Way of Jesus. Part 1: The Downside of Domination
Yes, we are called to take a stand, but how and against whom we make that stand makes a difference.
My YouTube Channel
Just a quick note to let you know that I’ve launched a YouTube Channel! The channel will have my latest sermon videos, as well as weekly videos…… Read more “My YouTube Channel”
Holiday Hurt: Christmas, grief, and a way forward.
Sometimes the most wonderful time of the year doesn’t feel so wonderful.
Endings and Beginnings
The end of something is not the end of you, and it is not the end of God’s purpose and plan for you. The One who makes all things new will begin new and beautiful things in you.
Seasick …
Years ago I recall this image making the rounds on social media and it generated some interesting conversations. Recently, I heard this same comparison made in reference…… Read more “Seasick …”
Choosing A Study Bible
Study Bibles are popular and can be a great resource, but it’s very important to understand the perspective the notes will represent, whether the study notes are more academic or application based, and to be clear on the limitations of study notes.
What Judging You Says About Me
How others judge you is often a reflection of how they judge themselves.