I see it in the man who guns down more than fifty in a matter of moments. I see it in the church leader who chooses someone other than his wife. I see it in the habits and choices and purchases and selfies, and if I could see thoughts, I’d see it there, too. I … More Whatever Overcomes A Person
I’m free. But I’m not always proud to be. Not when freedom means public restrooms with no gender distinction. Not when freedom costs hundreds of dollars to turn a mother’s womb into a morgue. Not when freedom means I bake your cake or else. And not when freedom means choosing my own way. Because that’s not freedom. … More Live As People Who Aren’t Free
Why do I get myself into these things? My first thought as I sit down to tackle the problem of “burning coals.” This is one of those “act before you think” moments. Let’s see, I’ll ask a question {click here for the original post}. I’ll do some study on my own. I’ll consider my readers’ thoughts. Then … More a heap of good
Tell me what you know about burning coals. Coal, as in charcoal. Flaming hot. On fire. Now, if I were to put a burning coal on your head . . . If I were to heap burning coals on your head . . . What would that look like? What would that mean? What about in … More burning coals, anyone?
Something changed. In your past, you were religious. You did what was right, and you looked good. And no one knew the difference. And then, unbeknownst to you, apathy began its slow and silent work. Though you would hardly admit it, you started to care less. The lives of irreligious people began to appeal. Somehow, these people … More where is justice?
Journey of the Word 