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Husband, Father of 5, Pastor

Another article on The Small Church

Evolutionary innovation happens most easily in small populations. 

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Consumer Brands and Religion

From Faith and Leadership I wouldn’t say stop. But I think it’s certainly fair to say that we can shake or reduce their belief in God by activating brand. We certainly don’t think that this is happening at a conscious … Continue reading →

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Doubt, Suffering and Comfort

For some, suffering makes their faith stronger, turns it into pure gold, for others it withers and destroys their faith. We’re not told which it will do for whom. We do know that all will suffer, and some will suffer … Continue reading →

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Redeemer Pres. and Gender Roles Pt 4

Why Four Posts on This? I really didn’t expect to do four posts on this little series but I have found it fascinating. Why do I find it fascinating when I’m not really debating the question for myself? Redeemer wants … Continue reading →

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When the Local News Doesn’t Do It’s Job

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Andy Crouch on getting serious about institutions

CT:  Indeed, the best institutions extend shalom—that rich Hebrew word I paraphrase as “comprehensive flourishing”—through both space and time. At their best, institutions make room for diversity.

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CT: Solving Poverty IS Rocket Science

CT Poverty goes beyond material things. Sustainable solutions require community ownership We may need to bring in experts. Change doesn’t happen overnight.

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John Polkinghorne on Miracles

Jesus Creed First we must consider what is meant by “miracle.” Polkinghorne considers three kinds of miracles in scripture. 1. Miracles arising from normal human abilities possessed to an extraordinary degree. 2. Miracles involving the timing or occurrence of natural … Continue reading →

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Christianity as the only historically defensible religion

Jesus Creed

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Comments on Bayside Church Buying Land

The comments were quite caustic. Fascinating.

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