Toe-Stepping to Tip Toeing
When my grandparents went to church, they expected to get what they called, “their toes stepped on.” It meant the preacher was there to convict them, which might offend them a little. And they kind of liked it. Can you believe it? If the sermon didn’t sting a bit, they figured the preacher was having […]
Evil is Evil Always
The most recent mass shooter apparently wore a MAGA hat. This is great news if you think the deranged behavior of one person justifies your own deranged hatred. If you believe the existence of evil within the group of Trump supporters makes it okay (or even righteous) to fill yourself with the same evil, then […]
What Do You Mean by Immigrant?
When someone refuses to clarify their statements, it’s safe to assume that person is a deceiver. Currently, when you hear passionate prattling about immigrants, deportations or imprisonment, the odds are good that the prattler will refuse to answer this question: ”Are you talking about legal or illegal immigrants?” A simple way to deceive gullible, emotional […]
Lack of Modesty Is A You Problem
Ladies, the purpose of modesty is not to prevent men from lusting. Your outward appearance publicly displays the condition of your heart. Don’t be deceived. You know the thoughts you had when you put on your outfit. More importantly, God knows those thoughts too. You seem to know God will deal with lustful men. Do […]
Just Say What You Mean
I heard about a group of folks who meet weekly to make candles. The group has existed for over a hundred years, passing down chandlery techniques from generation to generation. When circumstances call for candles the congregation appoints a committee to select a reputable manufacturer from which to buy them. There is a good reason […]
The Bible Never Condones Injustice
The Bible is often criticized for its supposed pro-slavery stance. People who know almost nothing about the Bible claim it fully supports slavery, oppression, subjugation, and cruelty. Their so-called biblical expertise comes from a few scriptures, ripped out of context, that they’ve seen in cartoons on social media. I’m not writing for those people because […]
Hey Visitors, Hush!
Saw this recently: “Hey pastor, if you have a visitor in your church, maybe don’t make jokes about Democrats or say insulting things about your wife from the pulpit.” Hey pal, if you’re a visitor at church, maybe don’t share your opinions about jokes, wives, or anything else. Maybe just be quiet. Until you’ve spent […]
If Trump Embarrasses You
So, you’re embarrassed by Donald Trump’s behavior. You think he’s a bully and rude and unkind and horrible. You want everybody to know that this President (and everyone associated with him) doesn’t represent you! I’m embarrassed too. I wasn’t going to mention it because I figured you had more important things to think about. I […]
Those Are Not My People
I was shocked when I heard the name of the film that won Best Picture at the Oscars because I didn’t know the Oscars were still a thing. “Anora won Best Picture??! Those awards are still being given out??!!!” Anora, this year’s Best Picture, is a film about what used to be called a prostitute […]
Who Made Self Made This Self Made Man
Orson Wells was talking about Burt Reynolds when he said “…[Reynolds] already is a crowd pleaser one of the biggest and he earned his way not through a couple of lucky movies but over a long long period of time. He didn’t get here yesterday. He’s in the highest and best sense of that word […]