Reaching Those in a Cult Situation

Byhenry March 24, 2013

The best advice I’ve heard on this topic is provided in a short post by Elizabeth Esther.

Takeway? Be a listening ear.

Christian Ministry | Christianity | Religion

Worldview Weekend on John Piper and Rick Warren

Byhenry April 7, 2010

John Piper is a Calvinist, and I am so totally not, but I have a deep respect for him, in spite of many disagreements. That respect has been increased lately by his actions, both in taking a leave from his ministry and in inviting Rick Warren to speak at the Desiring God conference. It happens…

A Bowdlerized Lectionary Passage

Byhenry July 8, 2009

There are a number of lectionary selections that skip part of a passage. Sometimes this is for time. Sometimes it relates to topic, but sometimes it is simply used to remove material that might offend. I like lectionary preaching and teaching. I think it forces pastors to get out of their comfort zones and expound…

Bible Commentary | Bible Study | Bible Study Tools | Christianity | Religion

Introduction to Perspectives on Paul

Byhenry September 15, 2016

Tonight I begin my new series of Thursday night studies on the apostle Paul. My approach will be a bit different than usual. I’m more interested in developing the background, particularly in Israelite religion and Judaism and looking at the way Paul draws from his theological sources. I’ll also introduce my approach to the subject….

Christianity | Creation and Evolution | Intelligent Design | Religion | Science

Of ID, Evolution, Christianity, and Blasphemy

Byhenry April 10, 2010

There’s quite a bit of discussion amongst the blogs that cover creation and evolution regarding the claim that ID is blasphemy. I got started on this with Jason Rosenhouse on the Evolution Blog, but he got started with an article in the University of St. Thomas Journal of Law and Public Policy by Peter M….