I grew up under the theology of scarcity. It centered around the hear-tell rumours that I didn't have what it took to be a "really good" Christian. There were those repetitive voices…
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Hurricane People and Storm Shelters
While churning away on the eliptical Saturday at Planet Fitness, I saw the very beginning of Sandra Bullock movie called "The Proposal." As the movie opens, a busy office is on high…
Ask, Seek and Knock: The Jesus Approach to Prayer
Jesus invites us to ask (and keep on asking), to seek (and keep on seeking) to knock (and keep on knocking). See Matthew 7:7 In this passage, I sense that Jesus…
Waiting, Prodigals, and Prayer
As I wait for my prodigal to return, I am learning. I'm learning about family dynamics, addiction, and culture. I am learning about nights awake, bargaining, denial and anything to forget.…
The Final Hours
A worship experience around the cross. by Matt Tullos This is a simple, yet powerful Good Friday experience which includes Communion, readings, visuals, music, and candle. It's yours to use…
Five People You Should Fear
Courage is a high virtue. But fear can be our friend. Fear is actually a lifesaver. I agree with writer Elizabeth Gilbert who says, Don't leave home without a good healthy…
Still Jesus
A Baby born—outcast and obscure You are still Jesus Master Craftsman of the universe born a carpenter’s Son. You are still Jesus Walking in the wilderness 40 days without. You…
A Soul Revolution
Maybe it was the the election of 2016, or the shootings of police officers and unarmed black men, or maybe it's the peril of social media where people make blanket…
You’re Going to Break It or Worship It
I've seen and have been a part of so many different types of churches-- relevant churches, traditional churches, hip churches, formal churches, house churches, city churches and country churches. But…