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I remember well receiving a call from one of my sons. It was his first day on the job as a new pastor. It was also his first full-time ministry position. His words were amusing: “OK, Dad. I’m here.... Continue Reading »
It’s a wonder to me why some seminary hasn’t come up with a specialized advanced degree in “Search Committee Negotiating.” No doubt they would be flooded with applications from pastors wishing to master that mysterious discipline and more than... Continue Reading »
I can drive, but I get places so much faster on a plane. My finances are on Quicken, so I know instantly that I have enough money to fly. This morning I started my day with Nestlé Quik hot... Continue Reading »
I have read respected scholars who say Genesis 2:24 is the most important verse in the Bible regarding marriage. This verse is used by Jesus in Matthew 19:4-6 and Mark 10:7-8. It is quoted by Paul in 1 Corinthians... Continue Reading »
You know you are from the South when you turn 8 years old and your grandfather gives you a shotgun. My son Caden could hardly contain himself when he got his, and after much practice and instruction, we went... Continue Reading »
I’m going to college in a few weeks, and I’m worried that I’ll lose my faith there. I’ve always been active in my church, but I hear it’s hard to stay a Christian in college. What advice do you... Continue Reading »
In medicine, we often use the term “deconditioned” to describe those whose bodies are entirely out of shape for normal, healthy function and productive living. There are times when this can’t be avoided — for instance, when it occurs... Continue Reading »
Getting married this year? Congratulations! Along with all of the planning for where you will live, whom you will invite to the wedding, etc., you also need to think about how this affects your tax status. The IRS offers... Continue Reading »
While living in Louisville, I was driving to work one day and listening to local talk radio. The morning’s guest was Alexandra Pelosi (daughter of Nancy Pelosi). She had produced a documentary about evangelical Christians titled “Friends of God”... Continue Reading »
On Sept. 11, 2001, I was on a plane to New Orleans Seminary when two planes, piloted by terrorists, struck the Twin Towers. When I landed in New Orleans, the airport closed, and it took a few days to... Continue Reading »
“I’m sorry, Mr. Clamp. Your son, Grayson, is totally deaf.” My brother, Len, and his wife Nicole sat speechless as they heard the results of the unsuccessful cochlear implant. In Grayson’s first three years of life, he had already... Continue Reading »
Writer: Michael Bryant Christians who have followed the debate over homosexual practice/gay marriage have likely noticed that advocates of the pro-homosexual position use a number of arguments to advance their cause. Below are three arguments frequently presented, followed by... Continue Reading »
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