I have been reflecting on Easter and the story of God and one verse kept coming to my mind Psalm 96:1 “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.” I cannot help thinking that the season of Easter is the best time to sing a new song to the... Continue Reading →
N.T. Wright on Christ the Creator
We must start with what we know of Jesus’ own vision of truth and the kingdom and power and ask what that might mean for creation itself. via NT Wright: If Creation is Through Christ, Evolution is What You Would Expect —
Evolution and Redemption: a brief look
If evolution has produced the human being as we know it today, doesn't that mean Jesus cannot be the perfect sacrifice because He was less evolved (primarily in mental capacity) than the versions of humans that came after Him? This is an extremely difficult question and truly deserves a much deeper and more thorough answer... Continue Reading →
My God, My God why have you forsaken me?: Trying not to miss the meaning.
At about three Jesus cried out with a loud shout, "Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani," which means, "My God, my God, why have you left me?" After hearing him, some standing there said, "He's calling Elijah." (Mat 27:46-47 CEB) I don’t know how many times I’ve read these words, but, usually I skim over the part... Continue Reading →
Holy Week: From Burlap to Cashmere
Last week I was asked to put together a message on the famous words of Jesus “My God, my God why have you forsaken me?” (Matt. 27:46) for a community Good Friday service. As nerdy as it might sound to many, my mind went straight to the Greek text which opens (in English letters) “Thee mou”... Continue Reading →
