Let me say it at the start: I don’t give a rat’s tail about the “Hobby Lobby” case that the Supreme Court decided the other day. I don’t buy the Chicken Little mania of the progressives who think the sky of freedom and protection for women is falling. Nor do I buy the triumphalistic crowingContinue reading “The Great Methodological Heresy”
Category Archives: Rants
Thinking that Drives Me Crazy #1
Every once in a while I will put up a short post about an opinion, statement, idea, or attitude that I think deserves a quick, down-n-dirty rant. Today’s burst of bluster is targeted at a bit of pious teaching that appears aimed at sucking the pleasure out of life. I saw this tweet recently. WhoContinue reading “Thinking that Drives Me Crazy #1”
Pastor Piper Scares the Kids
UPDATE: In order to assist my “impulse control,” I will be going on a fast for the foreseen future. I will not presume to pick apart the popular Pastor Piper’s pronouncements any longer. Whate’er rants there be They will not be directed at he. * * * I’m sorry, this may represent my poor impulseContinue reading “Pastor Piper Scares the Kids”
Lies, Damn Lies, and …
To paraphrase Mark Twain, “There are lies, there are damn lies, and there is the American political process.” Jesus said, “Let your yes mean yes, and your no mean no. Anything more than this comes from the evil one” (Matt. 5:37). How can anyone claiming to follow his teachings possibly support the American political process?Continue reading “Lies, Damn Lies, and …”
Reasons to Rant
As I write these words on Sunday night, I don’t have the energy or concentration to put together a coherent rant. (It’s been another one of those “hit the wall” weeks.) So, instead, let me bring to your attention some of the crazy stuff I noticed this week that I would rant about if IContinue reading “Reasons to Rant”
“Esau” Christianity? Douglas Wilson Needs a Bible Study
Douglas Wilson has declared war on wuss worship. Last July, Mark Driscoll, another purveyor of what I will call from now on “Esau Christianity,” tweeted this offensive message: “So, what story do you have about the most effeminate anatomically male worship leader you’ve ever personally witnessed?” prompting Rachel Held Evans to call him out asContinue reading ““Esau” Christianity? Douglas Wilson Needs a Bible Study”
OTD: Obsessed with Tornadoes Disorder
UPDATE: I am closing comments. I think we’ve talked enough at this time. In the meantime, please read the post by my friend John Armstrong that is much more sympathetic to John Piper, who is his friend, but nonetheless critical of his theological approach. Here is a key statement in John’s post: ‘What I believeContinue reading “OTD: Obsessed with Tornadoes Disorder”
Top of My “Don’t Read” List
NOTE: Before you read this post, please read the Moderation Rules in the box below. • • • Unless something unforeseen arises, I won’t be reading Mark Driscoll’s new book, Real Marriage: The Truth about Sex, Friendship & Life Together. I have read the first chapter and several passages quoted in reviews, but only inContinue reading “Top of My “Don’t Read” List”
In Praise of the “Chaplain” Pastor
Mark Galli is speaking my language (again). Every pastor and church leader needs to read his article, “Why We Need More ‘Chaplains’ and Fewer Leaders.” Much to my personal dismay, “chaplain” is apparently a dirty word — at least to those who claim to know what makes a good leader in a healthy church. MarkContinue reading “In Praise of the “Chaplain” Pastor”
Crossing Borders
Last week, our local Borders bookstore closed, as they are doing everywhere across the country. On my final visit, I was able to pick up eight or nine books for $1.00 each. On any other day, that would have been a cause for celebration. On this day, I had a sick feeling in my stomach.Continue reading “Crossing Borders”
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