Posts from 2014
Statistical Stereotypes: When the Church looks into a Carnival Mirror
FH Newsletter august 4 (click for article)
Saved by ¼ (One fourth of What?)
A month ago the Russell Terrier that lives at my house (named appropriately, Turbo) exploded into the yard at 4:30 Sunday morning in hot pursuit of an animal invader that had brazenly appeared on the scene. The animal rushed into a bush beside the house, followed by Turbo, who jumped several feet into the air so as to land right beside the hiding creature. This all happened in a matter of seconds, with each animal going in opposite directions after…
In Case of Subpoena, have something good in hand . . .
In Case of Subpoena, have something good in hand: Promoting (and Living) the Truth About Marriage In case of subpoena (for PDF version illustrated click and go to page two) I have to admit being a little shocked when hearing the news this week how five ministers in Houston received a subpoena from City attorneys demanding “all speeches, presentations, or sermons related to HERO, the Petition, Mayor Annise Parker, homosexuality, or gender identity prepared by, delivered by, revised by, or…
Three Lessons from our Unusual October Weather
In case of subpoena (click for PDF version with a few posters I did that are not included here) October is typically one of the calmer and dryer months here in Tennessee. And to be sure we have seen some calm and dry days. But between them have come unexpected and extended torrential rain and storms. More than a few folks reported how they were awakened by the nonstop lightning at night. As the Lord’s book of nature turns…
Smoke Signals: Craving for Marijuana in America and What does it Mean?
Below is a three part series considering the meaning of Marijuana culture in America. Smoke Signals Part I Smoke Signals Part II Smoke Signals Part III
When the Center of Civilization is Not: Paris and Washington D.C. versus Le Chambon
When Center of Civilization is Not; Consider Le Chambon (click for PDF version)
The Not So Silent Lamb of God
The Not Total Silence of Jesus at His Trials (Click to View)
Funny Church Signs
Funny Church Signs Barbara Jenkins told me about a funny church sign she read about and it was hilarious. Here is what it said: “I wish Noah had swatted those two mosquitoes” Here are a few other funny church signs folks have seen: Honk if you love Jesus; text while driving if you want to meet him God expects spiritual fruits not religious nuts Staying in bed shouting Oh God does not constitute going to church Hipster Jesus loved…
The Power of Hospitality: Hero of Hit Movie “Lone Survivor” is the Tribal Leader
The Power of Hospitality- Hero of Hit Movie “Lone Survivor” is the Tribal Leader (click to read)
Smoke Signals: Craving for Marijuana in America and What does it Mean? Part III: Five Objections and Conclusion
Smoke Signals Part III (Click to read bulletin version)