The Jacuzzi Jesus
Imagine if you heard a praise hymn with these lyrics: Jesus, you are my Lord and my King of Kings Jesus, you are my Life; hope and joy you bring Jesus, yours is the love [...]
Revisiting Religious Liberty
Recent headline in our local paper, The Statesman-Journal, "Attorney General Pam Bondi Vows to Preserve Religious Freedom.” According to the article, Bondi claims that religious liberty in the nation has come under attack. Donald Trump’s [...]
Re-Imagine the World – A Lesson from the Parables
One of the things that I am passionate about is Bible study. I love the discovery of meaning and intention that scripture provides for us. As a pastor, I have always felt strongly that Bible [...]
Bad Theology
I have spent many years working with children in the church. I was encouraged to teach religion, the dogma of the particular faith I was working in. I was ordained an American Baptist but [...]
A PERSONAL NOTE…
On Tuesday morning, March 4, I had trouble getting out of bed. I could not get my feet on the floor. I was also experiencing extreme shortness of breath. I realized that I was [...]
Letter to Mr. Trump
If you could write a letter to #47, (Trump) knowing he would read it, or at least have it read to him, what would you say and how would you say it? The following letter [...]
A Conversation with God and DJ Trump
The Scene: It is January 31, 2025, when Trump has just had a major stroke and has crossed over. He is sitting in the waiting room (purgatory) waiting to be called to go before [...]
Justice: Through the Lens of the Prophet Amos
I must admit I was a little bummed regarding the outcome of the election. I really thought the Universe was finally going to set us on the path of peace (or at least respect [...]
The Continuing Saga of American Politics…
Okay then, like me, you are probably getting tired of all the political rhetoric, meaningless polls, and the life and times of one Donald Trump. I do feel your pain. This will be the [...]
The Gift of Trump
I have been saying for a while now that if Trump loses the election, he will flee the country. Mainly to avoid further prosecution and the possibility of incarceration. So, much to my surprise [...]