Apr 9, 2012

  I still remember the day that I heard the story of Nadab and Abihu. It was in early 1980; I had been a Christian for less than a year. I was still getting used to the Bible; and having not grown up in a Christian home, I was in awe of the mystery and the majesty of the Word of God and the whole concept that through the Bible God showed His deep love and...

May 2, 2011

When I was a boy, I lived a life that some children may consider adventurous– I traveled with the carnival. Bright lights, games, fun music, and junk food galore—it was a life filled with sensuality and pleasure seeking. However, my family wasn’t there just to be entertained. My father owned a few booths, or “joints.” As carnival goers passed by,...

Mar 14, 2011

A church worship service historically has included the following elements: a time for singing, a time for prayer, a time for preaching, a time for giving, and a time for the Lord’s Table. In our postmodern era, each of these elements has come under increasing attack. To illustrate this, consider the following liturgical approach used by a church near where I...