For many years I have been critical of what I call protection theology. That is when Christians completely remove themselves from the culture around them and isolate themselves inside of a Christian bubble. Inside this bubble or wall, you can only find like people who believe the same things, dress the same way, and never [...]
Entries from September 2009
September 2, 2009
fear
Today my son went for a well check-up in order to enroll in preschool next week. While there, we learned he was due for a shot. Immediately he was overcome with fear, fear of pain, anxiety, fear of the consequences of the needle. Now 1-2 years ago, needles & doc visits didn’t bother him. Neither [...]
September 1, 2009
This one’s directed at me
Short & not-sweet, but directed at me. I’m the guilty one here and by doing this, I only continue the cycle.
We spend too much time writing blogs, expressing our opinions, invoking the name of God for certain causes, more time tweeting, more time talking… and frankly not enough time listening, reading, reflecting, and thinking. [...]