Hear my prayer, O God; Give ear to the words of my mouth. (Psalm 54:2, ESV) You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it. (Matthew 21:22, NLT) They committed themselves to the teaching of the apostles, the life together, the common meal, and the prayers. (Acts 2:42, The Message)Continue reading “I Have To Admit, I Don’t Get It–Part Two”
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Is There Life On Other Planets?
So, scientists say they have discovered a planet that orbits a star in an Earth-like manner. And these scientists think that the newly-discovered planet may have both liquid water and an atmosphere, two things necessary to sustain life. Real estate agents have not put For Sale signs out on this planet just yet, but giveContinue reading “Is There Life On Other Planets?”
Update From The Publisher
Howdy, iMonks! This is your friendly Internet Monk publisher stopping in to share a few of the fun goings-on here at the iMonastery. I hope all is well with you, and I cannot thank you enough for being a part of our community. Many of you have written to me to ask how Denise SpencerContinue reading “Update From The Publisher”
Tidying up before taking a break
By Chaplain Mike For about a week or so, I will be taking my leave of the iMonastery and venturing out to do a few other important things. The eminently capable, immaculately dressed, and incomparably qualified Very Right Reverend Jeff Dunn, along with the rest of the team, will be leading you into thoughtful contemplationContinue reading “Tidying up before taking a break”
The New Liturgical Gangstas (2)
Today, we present our second installment in our renewal of IM’s popular feature, “The Liturgical Gangstas,†a panel discussion involving representatives from different liturgical traditions who will be answering questions regarding theology and church practice. Lord willing, the Gangstas will appear on the final week of each month to share with our IM audience. WhoContinue reading “The New Liturgical Gangstas (2)”
I have to admit: I don’t get it
By Chaplain Mike This is all kind of off the top of my head, so take it for what it is — an impromptu rant. OK, this may seem like a weird thing to talk about, but I’m going to anyway. I’m sure most people don’t even think about it; the status quo is simplyContinue reading “I have to admit: I don’t get it”
Open Mic: What Are You Hearing about Hell?
By Chaplain Mike Yesterday’s Gospel story of Lazarus and the rich man raised some of the usual questions about the afterlife, the judgment, heaven and hell, and the eternal destinies of humans. Today, over at Jesus Creed Scot McKnight is hosting some discussion the subject and I thought we might do the same. At thisContinue reading “Open Mic: What Are You Hearing about Hell?”
Spiritual Formation: The Plain, Hard Truth
By Chaplain Mike And now for the bad news . . . In the final analysis, there is only one thing that enables us to grow in Christ. Few are willing to put it that starkly. In fact, I think there is so much false advertising out there about what actually enables people to change,Continue reading “Spiritual Formation: The Plain, Hard Truth”
“Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your heartâ€
By Chaplain Mike Today’s Gospel— Luke 16:19-31 This story is the climax of a series of pericopes that represent a prominent theme in Luke’s Gospel. Many have called it “The Great Reversal.” This theme is introduced in Mary’s Magnificat (1:46-55) and finds its most succinct expression in Jesus’ Sermon on the Plain (6:20-21, 24-25): BlessedContinue reading ““Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your heart—
iMonk Classic: Confession
Classic iMonk Post by Michael Spencer Originally posted Oct 13, 2008 MOD Note: One spiritual practice commanded in Scripture and little emphasized today in evangelical practice is the confession of sins. 1John 1, on the other hand, assumes that this is one of the marks of genuine Christian faith: “If we claim we have noContinue reading “iMonk Classic: Confession”
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