This post is the fourth of four related to our group’s discussion of 1 Corinthians 6. For more information on what 1 Corinthians doesn’t say about modern LGBTQ people, click … Continue reading Chapter 6 (Part 4): The “Slippery Slope” Isn’t a Thing
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Chapter 6 (Part 3): On Disagreeing with the Bible
This post is the third of four. For more information on what 1 Corinthians doesn’t say about modern LGBTQ people, click here. For a little background on Paul’s description of … Continue reading Chapter 6 (Part 3): On Disagreeing with the Bible
Background: The Church at Corinth
After a short break for the big football thing last weekend, our Aardwolf Brewing Co bible study is back in full swing! This time around, three of us (Jessi, Joe, … Continue reading Background: The Church at Corinth
The Nonnegotiables
“What do you… um… what do you think of the Bible?” the hesitant church member asked me at a large luncheon during my interview weekend. After giving a snarky “I’m … Continue reading The Nonnegotiables
Creation, Evolution, and a Third Way
I’ve been debating evolution and Genesis 1 for decades, and honestly, I’m getting a little weary of it. Still, having discussed the topic at this week’s Brew Theology gathering, it … Continue reading Creation, Evolution, and a Third Way
Fire and Brimstone
A curious thing happened as our group read through Hebrews 10:19-39 Sunday night. While the passage offers themes of sacrifice and redemption and perseverance, one set of verses reached out … Continue reading Fire and Brimstone
Everything Happens for a Reason
A “crisis” is any situation, expected or otherwise, which disrupts the normal flow of life and family. Whether a death, divorce, job loss, move, or mental health emergency, everyone eventually … Continue reading Everything Happens for a Reason
The Word of God
For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and … Continue reading The Word of God
Meanings and Memes
When I lower my voice and say, “Luke, I am your father,” what do you think of? If I adopt a sophisticated tone and say, “Frankly, my dear, I don’t … Continue reading Meanings and Memes
Mystery
For many of our conceptions about God we are unable to express, and many things we express but do not have the strength to conceive. —John Chrysostom, “On the Epistle … Continue reading Mystery