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Too often, political and/or religious ideologies stop open dialog. It’s time to speak freely and break down the barriers that keep people separated. Let’s have an inappropriate conversation about …
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Apr 23, 2011
Apr 23, 2011
57 min
"Gospel" means "good news." Easter is all about hope and new life. Why, then, would any church devote this particular Sunday to a message about hopelessness and despair? The worst Easter Sunday sermon I've ever heard did precisely that. I think the reason has a lot to do with many Christians having no clue that Jesus came to save the world rather than condemn it. If you have read John 3:16 (and didn't stop there), you should know this. It is written. Different Drummer: Johnny Cash
Apr 16, 2011
Apr 16, 2011
52 min
When the Psalmist speaks of the Lord's name being declared throughout creation, that includes popular culture and secular music. I reject the idea that some sort of "culture war" makes any sense. As a Christian, I believe that all of creation declares God's glory -- all of it. If we listen, we will hear. Different Drummer: Ed Ames