For beginners, read the Introduction to this series, then visit the categories menu and hit “Evangelical Liturgy” for all previous entries. In a sentence, I’m walking through all the parts of the traditional Protestant worship service and discussing the value of recovering our own liturgical tradition. The invocation has the distinction of being one ofContinue reading “The Evangelical Liturgy 7: The Invocation”
Author Archives: Chaplainmike
Jesus, Faith and a Universe of Fear
When I started studying Mark’s Gospel many years ago, I learned that, in Mark, faith is not contrasted with unbelief, but with fear. The command to “not be afraid” was common in Mark. The disciples are constantly choosing between faith and fear as they journey with Jesus. It is fear, not unbelief, that cripples theContinue reading “Jesus, Faith and a Universe of Fear”
Grace Lutheran Church, Tulsa OK
Like I said Lutherans (and Anglicans and Methodists and…), get with it on the missional thing please. A lot of evangelicals need you. BTW, the “Evangelical Liturgy” series in on its way back. Don’t fret.
Rerun
Read Luke 18:9-12 “He expects us to make mistakes. He gives us millions (indeed billions and trillions) of chances. If anything, God likes our weaknesses because it enables him to exercise his infinite mercy. When Paul prayed earnestly to be delivered from a particularly annoying weakness, God said to him, ‘My grace is enough forContinue reading “Rerun”
Frank Viola’s New Book “Finding Organic Church”+ My article at Mod Ref + Theology Program
Frank Viola’s new book “FINDING ORGANIC CHURCH: A Comprehensive Guide to Starting and Sustaining Authentic Christian Communities” (David C. Cook) releases today at a discount from Amazon.com. This is the practical follow up to all of Viola’s other books. It’s also a stand alone book exploring the subject of organic church planting in great detail.Continue reading “Frank Viola’s New Book “Finding Organic Church”+ My article at Mod Ref + Theology Program”
Open Mic at the iMonk Cafe: What Would You Say to the Marilyn Manson Audience?
First read the story of Christian protestors at a Marilyn Manson concert. (Slow…be patient) Then, savor the irony: If you read Manson’s biography, he’s the product of Christian parenting and fundamentalist education. Marilyn Manson was born as Brian Hugh Warner in Canton, Ohio, the son of Barb Wyer and Hugh Jack Warner. His father wasContinue reading “Open Mic at the iMonk Cafe: What Would You Say to the Marilyn Manson Audience?”
From the Classic iMonk Archives (2002): I Have My Doubts
Not a piece on atheism, but an honest recounting of doubt and faith in my life. From 2002. Immediately the father of the child cried out and said, “I believe; help my unbelief!”- Mark 9:24 Let’s start with bugs. Bugs have always….well…bugged me. They bite me. Wasps hate me. Mosquitoes swarm around me. Gnats headContinue reading “From the Classic iMonk Archives (2002): I Have My Doubts”
Re:Atheism
I received two letters this week from friends/readers asking for input and advice on relating to atheists in their workplace/families. It brought to mind a number of things I’ve been wanting to say about evangelicals and their take on atheism. When I was growing up in a fundamentalist Baptist church, the face of atheism wasContinue reading “Re:Atheism”
Internet Monk Radio Podcast #154
This week: Pushing the theological diversity envelope. Should I let my enemies have a shot at me? Comments to a family whose son has become an atheist. Support the IM sponsors: New Reformation Press. Reformation theology for everyone. Rockbridge Seminary. Family, ministry and online seminary all coming together. E3 Sudan is church planting and trainingContinue reading “Internet Monk Radio Podcast #154”
The IM Weekend File: 08:28:09
And so it begins. I don’t know if Kentucky is the first Baptist State Convention to see the handwriting on the wall, but I am very, very proud of our executive board for stepping up to the plate and starting the process of saying, essentially, “we are ready to make changes to see more resources,Continue reading “The IM Weekend File: 08:28:09”
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