Category Archives: Thinking Outloud

The Dead Tell No Tales (nor do they stand on their head)

“When they heard this, they praised God.  Then they said to Paul: ‘You see, brother, how many thousands of Jews have believed, and all of them are zealous for the law.’” Acts 21:20 To put this verse in context, James … Continue reading

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Paul, Barnabas, John Mark and other distractions

“Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, because he is helpful to me in ministry.” II Timothy 4:11 It confounds me what we Christians allow to distract us, even scripture. What do I mean by … Continue reading

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Bruised Reeds, Smoldering Wicks and Meat Tenderizers

“In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord…” Isaiah 6:1 I suspect that this will be the first in a new series of posts. When looking through scripture one notices the trend of God bringing prophets, saints, … Continue reading

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Atheism 2.0 (& Thoughtfulness) – What atheism can learn from religion

Another TEDtalk. In this video, Mr. de Botton is kind, understated and well-spoken.  Heck, it’s worth the time just to hear his wonderful diction and inflection.  I’ll wager that he’s a nice guy and that I would completely enjoy his … Continue reading

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What Unborn Children Learn…and are teaching us.

“I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Psalm 139:14 Anyone familiar with attempts to create even rudimentary artificial intelligence understands how fearful the process is and how wonderful … Continue reading

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