Why does God make pink rocks?
And bright orange monarchs?
And aqua water?
And the wildest wild flowers?
Ep. 119: Jalen Seawright of Common Hymnal on Justice, Limits, & Jesus’ Kingdom
Noah talks with Jalen Seawright on what justice is, why it’s a part of the biblical path of following Jesus, as well as how to find balance with our justice efforts, our own limits, and the ability to enjoy life.
Ep. 92: Ken Wytsma on Chronic Pain, Compassion Fatigue, and a Theology of Suffering
Ken Wytsma discusses his journey from being a high-achieving leader to one slowed down by chronic illness and how this has made him relook at his identity. Throughout this conversation, Ken shares a lot of wisdom gained from doing pastoral and justice work for decades, including how to go at a sustainable pace.
If you aren’t happy, get a bigger TV
If you aren’t happy, get a bigger TV.
If that doesn’t work, get a newer cell phone.
And if somehow even that doesn’t work, subscribe to more streaming channels.
This is our culture’s formula for happiness, never more pronounced on television commercials and banner ads than during Black Friday season.
Maybe you can give me what I can only get from God?
Dating. Girlfriend. Boyfriend. Romance. Porn. Marriage. Husband. Wife. Sex. Kids. Grandkids. Maybe you can give me what I can only get from God?
Why I don’t teach my kids to believe in Jesus (I teach them to love him)
Beliefs can be stumped. Your child can go off to college or grad school and learn an archeological or scientific bomb that shatters their belief in the Bible. I have seen it time and time again with friends of mine who grew up in the church and are no longer Christians. Taking your kids to a Christian museum where Adam and Eve ride on dinosaurs isn’t going to prevent this or fix it when it happens.