Things to remember before you try to change the world. God is not a Republican. He’s not a Democrat, a Libertarian or a member of the Green Party. God is neither far right nor far left. He is definitely not a moderate. God’s not even an American. God will not show you His papers. God […]
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A Hopeful Lament on Spiritual Transformation, Gluten, and Depression
A Hopeful Lament on Spiritual Transformation, Gluten, and Depression by Doug Bursch I’m tired because of the gluten or is it the depression? Did the doughnut bring about this heavy head, or is it the sorrow, the perpetual sorrow of seeing so many refuse you? Or is it my refusal, my refusal to be at […]
Making room for God’s Altar, Temple, Righteousness, and Grace
Last night I was reading in 1 Chronicles 21 about one of the most dramatic events in King David and Israel’s history. It’s the story of David’s rebellion, God’s wrath, and the establishment of the Temple. I’ve often alluded to this story when preaching. There are many elements that capture my imagination. There is King […]
The Failing Rhetoric of Bitter America
“We must remember our history so we can find new reasons to justify the same mistakes.” I hope this is that election. The moment when it finally crumbles. . .the moment when all this righteous rhetoric is seen for what it is. . .political pandering and meaningless shell game shuffling. The tired narrative has been […]
A More Permanent Kingdom
And I looked among the ashes and saw a new Kingdom rising. My heart leapt within me and I gave myself freely to the pursuit of this more permanent Kingdom. It has made all the difference in my days on earth and it shall be the joy of my eternal future.
Why I attend gatherings that don’t always meet my needs.
Yesterday my denomination called my cell phone to see how I’m doing and to determine whether or not I’m going to our annual convention. A very friendly woman asked me if I was aware of the changes that were happening at this year’s gathering. I said, “No, I’m not really aware of much of anything […]
How to Enter the Promised Land: Deuteronomy 6:16-19
Meditations on Deuteronomy 6:16-19 God, through Moses, is instructing the children of Israel how to live in the fullness of God’s covenantal promises. This is more than a list of rules, regulations, and commandments. God is giving His children instructions on how to fully experience the prosperity He desires to lavish upon them. God is […]
Sharing the Reason For Why and How We Live: Meditations on Deuteronomy 6:20-25
(v. 20) When your son asks you in times to come, “What is the meaning of the testimonies and the statutes and the rules that the LORD our God has commanded you?” There will come a time when your children will ask you the meaning of your life? Why do you live the way you […]
Meditations on coming out of slavery into freedom (Exodus 4 and 5)
4:31 And the people believed; and when they heard that the LORD had visited the people of Israel and that he had seen their affliction, they bowed their heads and worshiped. When God speaks, we worship him. A sign we have not heard God is we refuse to worship him. Worship is the appropriate response […]
Guest Repost From Jon Foreman of Switchfoot: Possessed by Truth
Jon Foreman of Switchfoot gave me permission to repost this blog. . . or at least his publicist said he gave me permission. Either way, thought I’d share this thought provoking post on being possessed by truth. Possessed By Truth By Jon Foreman of Switchfoot www.Jonforeman.com www.Switchfoot.com I am in seat 23 E on a […]