Many sermons have been preached about Peter walking on the water. A while back I had my theological take on this story challenged. In Matthew 14 Peter walked on the water while the other disciples watched from the boat. I’ve…
Month: September 2018
Go Ahead, Re-Invent the Wheel
“Don’t waste time trying to re-invent the wheel,” they say. I’m glad the guy who gave us steel belted radials didn’t listen to that one. Don’t be afraid to tackle something that has already been done. You may just do…
Some People Don’t Get It
For the record, I talk to Jesus. And, yes, I have heard Him talk to me. Not only that, He has spoken through me. Is it mental illness? No! It is mental completeness. “But people who aren’t spiritual can’t receive…
Low Maintenance Church Member
I have seen many posts on Facebook over time and heard personal testimonies from people who feel they aren’t getting enough attention. The story often goes, “I stopped going to church and no one visited me or called me or…
God Loves Blue
There is a lot of talk these days about the police and whether they are to be respected, or to be opposed. I saw a post declaring that “cops … have destroyed our trust … [their] respect must be earned.”…
The Red Hammer
Many of us hold our fathers in the highest esteem. My adoration goes way beyond “my dad can beat up your dad.” Daniel Benjamin “Bud” Alexis was an amazing man. Somehow he found that perfect balance between the hands on,…