“If you will not wake up, I will come like a thief.” Revelation 3:3b Let me recap some of what we have been covering. First, we find “church” has gotten to be a spectator sport in that a crowd gathers regularly to watch a group of professionals entertain them. I know that sounds very cynical, … Continue reading 2019-05-29 He’s Coming. Mark My Words.
2019-05-28 Sit Down, Son, I’m Talking.
“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.” John 14:26 Another real tragedy in the stage-focused church is that it perpetuates the laziness and irresponsibility of men and their seeming tendency … Continue reading 2019-05-28 Sit Down, Son, I’m Talking.
2019-05-24 Speaking of Riddles….
“All these things Jesus said to the crowds in parables; indeed, he said nothing to them without a parable.” Matthew 13:34 Some things in the bible sure make me scratch my head. There were times, in fact, when I was sure that my bible must have been misprinted. Today, we shall dive into one of … Continue reading 2019-05-24 Speaking of Riddles….
2019-05-23 The 80/20 Principle
My old boss often referred to the 80/20 Principle. This is an explanation of commonly-observed occurrences in business and other areas of life. For example, one might observe that 20% of a business’ customers produce 80% of the company’s profits. It’s uncanny how often one finds this principle to be true when one starts looking … Continue reading 2019-05-23 The 80/20 Principle
2019-05-22 Wait! What? I’m Accountable?
“Be not like a horse or a mule, without understanding, which must be curbed with bit and bridle, or it will not stay near you.” Psalm 32:9 We’re striking some chords here. I’m getting reports of these conversations being discussed among church elders and lead pastors as positive motivators to change. I’m sure there are … Continue reading 2019-05-22 Wait! What? I’m Accountable?
2019-05-20 Going Somewhere With This, Buddy?
Continuing on… I’m not alone in my observations about the church. I have a network of friends that feel the same way. They are all very active in evangelism and discipleship; many in para-church organizations. What attracts me to these is the passion that the people have for sharing the gospel. They are convinced that … Continue reading 2019-05-20 Going Somewhere With This, Buddy?
2019-05-17 He Who Has An Ear…
Continuing on… So, I left my church, but I was perplexed as where to go from there. There are all sorts of nice churches. I know because I have been to lots of them. However, I couldn’t shake the idea that I wouldn’t find what I was looking for. I had to really dig deep … Continue reading 2019-05-17 He Who Has An Ear…
