Category Archives: Religion
Thoughts on presence
“I have an essential need, and I think I can say vocation, to move among men of every class and complexion, mixing with them and sharing their life and outlook, so far that is to say as conscience allows, me … Continue reading
living life
I have recently been spending some time in John 15. It is here that Jesus discusses with his listeners that the life God wants for us demands more from us. I am the true vine, and my Father is the … Continue reading
story as redemption
I went to church on Sunday. We celebrated power. It was good. Yes, but the question is as follows//What made it good? You see We read witness examine discuss stories all the time. One person has one thought, while another … Continue reading
Highjinks, hitchhiking, and heroics
::A disclaimer, there is nothing in this blog about heroics. I just needed another “H” to make a clever title:: Its funny how much I appreciate NCAA basketball while being away from the internet. It makes me think where my … Continue reading
The Island… where dreams come to die
its raining. would you believe it? Just wanted to write a quick note to you all who are reading and just say hey, and thanks for reading. Every coffee shop on this island… yes, all three of them… are packed, … Continue reading
Filed under adventures, music, Religion
shower
I’ve finally taken a shower since I got here. I was starting to get pretty ripe. They’ve decided to limit us students to just two showers a week because we have a water shortage. Between you, me, and my macbook… … Continue reading
Jesus is Lord… I think
This will be a short post. I promise // I recently listened to an interview with Brian McLaren. He was asked about things such as salvation, the afterlife, the idea of heretical teachings, and paradigm shifts. I hope you will … Continue reading
hot, sexy potatoes
Homosexuality and same-sex marriage has been a hot topic for as long as I personally can remember. However, the debate, especially from the biblical viewpoint, has become more of a “hot potato” topic in the last five years especially. With … Continue reading
Conversation v. Complacency
I came across this recently. It is Kierkegaard’s Epitaph :: In a little while, I shall have won, The entire battle …Will at once be done. Then I may rest In halls of roses And ceaselessly, And ceaselessly Speak with … Continue reading
