So, according to Merriam-Webster's online dictionary, a journalist "is a : a person engaged in journalism; especially : a writer or editor for a news medium b : a writer who aims at a mass audience." So, what exactly is a journalist, friends? Help me out. You see, I don't really consider myself a journalist. I see myself as a woman who writes devotional, inspirational, "stuff" about my life, with the main emphasis on my faith in Christ. One dear friend of mine says I'm a "scribe". That sounds so much better than a journalist, don't you think? Yet, if you think about it, most … [Read more...] about Bloggers, Journalists, and Other Verbose Writers (Part 1)
But We Were Eyewitnesses
The words of Peter's epistle came to mind recently when I caught this video lecture about new ways of demonstrating that the Gospels are definitely eyewitness accounts of the life and ministry of Jesus. Thought I would share the video with you guys who might be interested in it. It is about an hour long, but very engaging. There is also a Q and A clip on youtube from this same event. The speaker is Dr. Peter Williams. … [Read more...] about But We Were Eyewitnesses
When the Queen Kills the King – It is Time for the Check Please
From the title you might be guessing that this is a post about chess. Sorry, but no. It is a title about bad sermons with an attempt at a witty headline, but it got you this far so you might as well keep reading. It is said that theology is the "Queen of the sciences," and indeed that is so, but it is dangerous when someone mistakes the "queen" for the King. I recently heard a sermon where the preacher didn't bother to quote from Scripture, aside from a couple of "glancing" mentions of two verses without citing what they even were. The sermon was based on the work of three … [Read more...] about When the Queen Kills the King – It is Time for the Check Please
“Soul Surfer” A Review
This review is about 3 weeks late, but better late than never. I'm not sure how much longer this movie will be in theaters, but if it is still playing near you, take the family and go see it. Last week, my wife and I decided to take in a movie on date night, and the only thing showing that we had any desire to see was "Soul Surfer", which recounts the life story of Bethany Hamilton, a surfer whose arm was taken by a shark at a young age and who went on to become a champion anyway. She and her family are committed Christians, and she relied on the power of God to help her through. I … [Read more...] about “Soul Surfer” A Review
“Acceptable Calvinism” and the SBC (by Bill MacKinnon)
Are Calvinists being told by some bloggers that they will only be accepted in the SBC if they agree to live as second-class citizens? Bill MacKinnon, one of our regular commenters here at SBC Voices makes that point in the post he sent me a while back. He admits to being a little sarcastic in some of what he says, but he raises some really good questions. The SBC simply must come to peace with the Calvinism issue. Calvinists are not going away, and neither are those who do not agree with Calvinism. There are certainly Calvinists who have been overly aggressive in advancing their … [Read more...] about “Acceptable Calvinism” and the SBC (by Bill MacKinnon)
I’m a Five-pointer!
I think it's time to be direct in my theology. So, here it is: I'm a five-pointer. I think the Lord Jesus Christ is a five-pointer as well. Don't believe me? It all depends on your five points. I know we tend to use that term to identify the Dort formulation of Calvinism, but let's grab a different five: “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: And the government shall be upon his shoulder: And his name shall be called Wonderful, Counseller, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. ” (Isaiah 9:6, KJV 1900) Here are five points we should all agree on: 1. … [Read more...] about I’m a Five-pointer!
URGENT, a book review by Hariette Petersen
Profoundly moving. From the first sentence to the last, "URGENT" gripped my heart and mind. It penetrated my spirit and touched my soul. With heartbreaking clarity and honesty, author, Joe Donahue, shares the emotional, physical, and sexual abuse he suffered at the hands of his father. "Urgent" is an accounting. Donahue gives an account of the sin of his father, and how those sins nearly destroyed him. He writes: "Like Bartimaeus, I was just a blind beggar...covered in whatever filth I had been crawling through...blind at heart...worn out clothes wrapped my shivering body during cold … [Read more...] about URGENT, a book review by Hariette Petersen
Follow
I'm not a twitter devotee or anything, but I thought this was interesting and moving. Igniter media puts out some great videos. … [Read more...] about Follow
What Should We Do With Easter? (by Ricky Kirk)
Ricky Kirk blogs at Panta ta Ethne, and is a pastor is South Point, Ohio. I recently linked an article from the Resurgence on my facebook page on how the resurrection of Jesus Christ has become associated with bunnies and eggs. There were a couple of comments, but I chose not to address them on facebook (it is difficult to fully speak to an issue in a brief comment thread). Today I read another great article from the Resurgence responding to an article from the Washington Post's On Faith page by guest writer Erik Reece. His post, titled 'Save Jesus, Ignore Easter', explores his view of … [Read more...] about What Should We Do With Easter? (by Ricky Kirk)
“The Old Rugged Cross” – A Good Friday Message
On a hill far away stood an old Rugged Cross, The emblem of suffering and shame. But I love that old cross, where the dearest and best, For a world of lost sinners was slain. So I’ll cherish the old rugged cross, Till my trophies at last I lay down. I will cling to the old rugged cross, And exchange it someday for a crown. I was sitting in the hospital waiting room with my brother and sister, and they were discussing what kind of music they like. They asked me about my tastes and I really didn’t know what to say. Frankly, I don’t listen to that much music. I like oldies for … [Read more...] about “The Old Rugged Cross” – A Good Friday Message