A Caricature of God

A few years ago a very talented teacher of the Bible named Rob Bell went off the reservation with his

On Protest and Rebellion

I live downtown in one of the largest cities in America. My wife and I have watched from our home

Jesus on Racism

The Jews in the first century were prejudiced against Samaritans. The Samaritans were remnants of the Northern kingdom of Israel,

On Cheating in Baseball and Marriage

I watched last fall with some fascination the scandal that engulfed the Houston Astros after their sign-stealing scheme was exposed.

3 Lessons From The Linens

Easter is my favorite day of the year. It’s the day we celebrate Jesus’ victory over sin and death. It’s

Christian Conduct in a Pandemic

I’ve already written here on a what I believe to be the big-picture Kingdom perspective on the COVID-19 pandemic. But

Viking Travel Journal––Day 15

Reykjavik is a genuine city. Unfortunately we only had one day here. Our excursion was well-chosen. So many had signed

Viking Travel Journal––Day 13

Yesterday I wrote about the pagan chieftain who was instrumental in Iceland adopting Christianity. His name is Thorgeir Ljosvetningagodi. If

Viking Travel Journal––Day 12

Not every swing is a hit. Some are strikes. Seydisfjordur, Iceland was a complete whiff…at least for me. The length

Viking Travel Journal––Day 11

Today was another day at sea as we travelled from the Faroe Islands toward Iceland. There were three lectures today.