Originally posted June 2015 I’m not big on Christian catch phrases. “Hate the sin but love the sinner” is a perfect example of...

Well into two decades of Pastoral ministry, I have seen significant changes in how the church has functioned. I entered ministry just...

Originally published September 2018 There is a peculiar but powerful phrase found in the Old Testament book of Joel. “Even now,” declares the Lord, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.” Rend your heart and not your garments.” Joel 2:12-13 It was customary, even expected for an Israelite to tear their clothing as an expression of the grief, pain or remorse. When the people would listen to the message of a prophet and respond in repen