Sitting in Church on Ascension Thursday, a tiny little part of the Gospel reading struck me profoundly. Matthew 28:17 reads:
“When they saw him, they worshiped, but they doubted.”
I couldn’t help but relate that back to our community. Every meeting, assembly, household, we come into worship to see Him, to seek His face. And if all goes as it should, then by His grace, God reveals Himself to us. And yet we doubt so many things. (more…)
Obesity is a huge problem in the United States. We are the Fast Food nation. Home of McDonalds and the birthplace of the hamburger. With video games dominating the social landscape of kids and teens these days, and the media reporting non-stop heinous crimes to keep us indoors, its no wonder that we are all increasingly overweight.
According to the CDC, in 2006, only four states had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%. Twenty-two states had a prevalence equal or greater than 25%; two of these states (Mississippi and West Virginia) had a prevalence of obesity equal to or greater than 30%.
Our appetites in America are out of control. An insatiable appetite is a trademark of our culture. And it’s not just for food… (more…)
O, the world, the world!
The world today poses many challenges to the average Christian. Living in a blue state, I am often challenged on my political stances, moral stances, and general view of life. In a state and region entirely controlled by money and the quest for it, I live what many would say, is a backwards life. (more…)