Category Archives: Christianity

Hollywood’s Power of Suggestion

Posted on June 15, 2013 by

Recently I watched James Cameron’s Avatar for the first time. It reminded me how powerful the medium of film is when constructed well, and Avatar is sublime in its construction. The film describes a futuristic form of colonialism in which … Continue reading →

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Josiah: a reflection

Posted on June 12, 2013 by

I have been doing a lot of writing lately, but alas, not my blog. It is report writing season and I have to assess and make comment on my students. In the Old Testament God gave a report on Josiah, … Continue reading →

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Psalm 18:19

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Anchor Less Soul

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

Footsteps idly wandering in circles is a soul without an anchor. Seeking not or knowing not, but meandering all the same. But even anchors break loose and fail to hold. Some drag on ocean floors or snag on unseen perils. … Continue reading →

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If We Were to Have A New Reformation …

Posted on June 4, 2013 by

When John Hus, John Wycliffe, Martin Luther, John Calvin and  many others sought the reform of the church, their initial intention was not to start a new denomination. In fact, Hus and Wycliffe died in the church in which they … Continue reading →

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Is It Time For Another Reformation?

Posted on June 1, 2013 by

Recently an old friend from the Catholic tradition commented on a poem I had written about the importance of acknowledging those, from the past, who had paved the way for us. He reminded me that this goes back many generations. … Continue reading →

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The Lord’s Prayer – Rote or Real?

Posted on May 30, 2013 by

The Dutch C19th/C20th theologian and statesman, Abraham Kuyper, is not that well known in the English speaking world, yet his works are worth knowing. His devotions are particularly inspiring. Here is another short quote from a longer devotional: “Lord Teach … Continue reading →

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To Be Near Unto God

Posted on May 29, 2013 by

The following, amazing quote, comes from the introduction to Abraham Kuyper’s delightful collection of devotions: To Be Near Unto God. Love for God may be fine sentiment. It may be sincere and capable of inspiring holy enthusiasm, while the soul … Continue reading →

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Rushing Waters – a Photo and Text for Sunday

Posted on May 26, 2013 by

Revelation 19:6-8 Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: “Hallelujah!For our Lord God Almighty reigns. Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory! … Continue reading →

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Unbiased Education

Posted on May 25, 2013 by

There is a feeling in the general community that secular state education is neutral and Christian education is partisan. However the real question is, can any educational system deliver education that is not shaped by the values and particular world-view … Continue reading →

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