Category Archives: Faith
Beauty of a Parable.
I have been reading one of Peter Rollins books lately, The Fidelity of Betrayal, and was really intrigued by one of the parables he shares. I was just about to write it all out to share, and then found it … Continue reading
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A Rock or the Devil?
“Get behind me, Satan!” (Jesus) said. “You do not have in mind the things of God, but the things of men.” Imagine having a conversation with Jesus and your friends. In this conversation, as you share your thoughts and opinions, … Continue reading
Those Christians
While I was recently in New Orleans with for the 2009 ELCA Youth Gathering, I had the opportunity to hear one of my favorite authors Donald Miller. His book Blue Like Jazz made the New York Times best seller list. … Continue reading
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What is Boldness?
Sometimes I hear people use the word boldness and I’m almost positive they would be better off using the word arrogance. Working with people of faith on a regular basis I hear language that says the gospel message needs to be … Continue reading
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Coping skills.
Just though I’d share a quick update on some of the ways that i’ve been coping with the death of my friend, Ben Schone. For the past two years, I’ve been seeing a great therapist to help me grow as … Continue reading
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The passing of a friend…Ben Schone.
My friend Ben Schone has left us as of April 7, 2009. I guess when someone you love goes in such a tragic way; it is always scary, haunting, and shocking. As I think about his death I really want … Continue reading
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Losing the taste.
Tomorrow night Blitzen Trapper is going to be in town at the Orange Peel. I’m excited to go check them out, and tickets are only $12! Now the only song that I know of theirs is “furr” but it’s made … Continue reading
Show me…
Running has been coming along pretty well. Having my friend Trent training for a half-marathon and using my new toys (Run keeper app on iPhone) to help track my training has been very effective. This past Saturday I went to … Continue reading
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Tearful performance.
I’m reading a book called Divine Nobodies by Jim Palmer and tonight I’m absolutely crying. I mean I’m not much of a crier, you won’t probably ever see me cry. Don’t let that fool you though, I’m a softy, and … Continue reading
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