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Whatever became of sin?

Posted on June 6, 2011 by me

In 1973 Dr. Karl Menninger wrote a little book with the provocative title, Whatever Became of Sin?, in which he questioned the disappearance of right and wrong from psychiatry. It was a good question in 1973, and it’s a good … Continue reading →

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Cross theology (vs everything else)

Posted on June 4, 2011 by me

Martin Luther wrote about what he saw were the two predominant theologies that existed, the theology of glory and the theology of the cross. At the risk of over-simplification, the theology of glory includes the belief that our own works … Continue reading →

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Abba does not mean “daddy,” okay?

Posted on June 3, 2011 by me

Justified cringing Being raised in a formal, liturgical church, I’ve always been uncomfortable with the current fad of calling God “Daddy.” In fact, I cringe every time I hear it. I used to think this was my own issue, but … Continue reading →

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Tullian Tchividjian rethinks spiritual growth

Posted on June 2, 2011 by me

Rethinking spiritual growth Tullian Tchividjian is Billy Graham’s grandson, and pastor of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church (founded by the late James Kennedy). A couple of years ago, he discovered that the Gospel is not just for justification. In his article … Continue reading →

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