Author Archives: me

Behind the scenes of Emergent Village

Posted on December 4, 2008 by me

Once upon a time, in a place far, far away, I thought I had a lot in common with those cool guys and gals who call themselves “emergent.”  We both, at least, saw some of the same issues with the … Continue reading →

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The Church: simul iustus et peccator

Posted on November 27, 2008 by me

Many years ago, concerned by friends leaving our church, I preached a sermon on the topic, “what is the church?”  I could not find a copy of my notes, but I am guessing that I probably would not agree with … Continue reading →

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I still don’t understand Calvinists

Posted on November 21, 2008 by me

I have never understood Calvinists. “Mild” Calvinists are not too bad, but hyper-Calvinists are downright wacky.  Coincidentally (or perhaps it was predestined…), two of the blogs I read regularly have current posts dealing in some way with Calvinism.  So, it … Continue reading →

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Is there life after Obama?

Posted on November 13, 2008 by me

From The Onion: Obama Win Causes Obsessive Supporters To Realize How Empty Their Lives Are

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