As a young pastor/scholar who was fresh off of years of studying theology in seminary, and then philosophy in the University’s PhD program, the goal toward which I was driven
Read MoreSome people who know me might wish to title this series “HAVE YOU LEARNED ANYTHING AT ALL IN 40 YEARS AS PASTOR OF NCF?” That also would be a fair
Read MoreAs I have been mentioning in the previous posts in this series, the meanings of the cross in the New Testament writings are many. They form a prism with all
Read MoreIn the first four posts in this series, I discussed various understandings of the cross and its meanings—as 1) an ugly symbol of power and oppression, 2) a moment of Jesus’
Read MoreTo give you a refresher on the first few blogs in the series, before starting on part four, here’s what I emphasized: 1 – The cross was a very ugly symbol
Read MoreIn the first two blog posts in this series, the emphasis has been on these two points: 1 – The cross was a very ugly symbol of power, oppression, and torture
Read MoreThe New Testament writers look at Jesus, his relationship with God, and his relationship with us from various points of view, but they all agree on one claim that is
Read More“Ron, you are a pastor, why don’t you wear a cross like many other pastors and priests do?” That is a question that comes along to me in some form
Read MoreJust as it is a huge and unforgiveable mistake for followers of Jesus to buy the “racism is a thing of the past” mantra, it is also a tragic mistake
Read MoreOne of our brothers, Brian M., recently asked me to read this over. I always enjoy being challenged to think more carefully theologically and biblically. I appreciate Brian being willing
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