Category Archives: The Gospel Uncensored

The Gospel Uncensored – How only grace leads to freedom

Grace is still the thing

Posted on July 3, 2016 by me

Recently I attended a local church service and heard a sermon on sex that was bad on so many levels–structurally, logically, factually, and theologically.  (The entire experience was redeemed by the worship band having done possibly the best arrangement of … Continue reading →

Posted in Good News, The Gospel Uncensored | Leave a comment

More about worship

Posted on February 4, 2014 by me

Go here for part 1. If the main purpose of Lutheran worship is to receive God’s gifts, then it follows that Lutheran worship is Christ-centered. Just take a look at the liturgical orders of service in either of our two … Continue reading →

Posted in Church, Good News, Theological Musings | Leave a comment

About Worship

Posted on February 2, 2014 by me

What is worship? As my 11 faithful readers know, I was raised Lutheran. When I was in high school, I remember having friends from more, shall we say, emotional denominations and groups, and remember hearing teachings about “worship” and “praise,” … Continue reading →

Posted in Church, Good News | 3 Comments

Review: Pastrix

Posted on January 13, 2014 by me

It’s been quite a while since I’ve done any kind of book review, but this one warrants a bit of attention because it is—and it isn’t—what I expected. Trendy and hip Anymore, I tend to avoid books that belong in … Continue reading →

Posted in Good News, Reviews, The Gospel Uncensored | Leave a comment