Where did the week go? Seems like just yesterday it was Saturday. I guess they come most every week, huh? Around here we use Saturdays as a general tidying-up day. This week I’ve cleaning up my brains, the same ones that got battered around after a couple of essays I posted. Y’all are a toughContinue reading “Saturday Ramblings 1.29.11”
Category Archives: Jeff Dunn
Our Intimate God
I refuse. I absolutely refuse to go back to a god who is only interested in what I do, not who I am. I have no interest in a god who keeps score, who I have to appease by doing good things and avoiding bad things. A god who is more interested in institutes andContinue reading “Our Intimate God”
Back To The Garden
My friend and the associate pastor of my church, Gyle Smith, is accused of starting every one of his messages in Genesis 3. Well, it’s not a bad place to start. After all, we were made for the Garden. We don’t know where the actual Garden of Eden was—and don’t start a discussion where youContinue reading “Back To The Garden”
When It Doesn’t Make Sense
One year ago I was the happy owner of a 2004 Honda Accord. It had 120,000 miles on it, which for a Honda is practically new. It got great gas mileage, was very dependable–and it had a moonroof. I love cars with a window over my head. One year ago this month I was busyContinue reading “When It Doesn’t Make Sense”
Saturday Ramblings 1.22.11
Good morning ladies and gentlemen and all the ships at sea. Flash—this just in. Today is Saturday, the day we generally reserve here at the iMonastery for cleaning up the piles that have accumulated throughout the week. We like to have a tidy home for the iMonks and all who visit here. So if youContinue reading “Saturday Ramblings 1.22.11”
A Most Misunderstood Parable
You gotta count the cost If you’re gonna be a believer You gotta know that the price Is the one you can afford You gotta count the cost If you’re gonna be a believer You gotta go all the way If you really love the Lord. Count The Cost, David Meece An interesting and littleContinue reading “A Most Misunderstood Parable”
Surrendering To His Teeth
He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation. (Psalm 91:15,16 NIV) It was turning out to be one of the hardest days in what was the hardestContinue reading “Surrendering To His Teeth”
Last Word On My Rant
Please read this post first if you haven’t already. Then you can be good and worked up before you read the following. If you are up to your backside in credit card debt, Dave Ramsey may have some advice for you that may help you get out of debt. If your marriage is in trouble,Continue reading “Last Word On My Rant”
Saturday Ramblings 1.15.11
Welcome to the new and improved Internet Monk! Like it? Take some time and explore the site. You’ll find the same writers, the same desire to picnic in the post-evangelical wilderness. The new site is available in a variety of languages, including Irish just for Martha. We have more elements to add to the new site,Continue reading “Saturday Ramblings 1.15.11”
Ranting And Raving
Warning: I am going to rant. I am going to rant and rave and basically have a fit. If you want something more fun and entertaining, I suggest you check out these amusing Nancy and Sluggo covers. Otherwise, proceed at your own risk. Passion for your house has consumed me, and the insults of thoseContinue reading “Ranting And Raving”