Sexuality has become an interesting topic. The Supreme Court ruling on same-sex unions has radically changed the conversation. So many things influence the discussion: culture, politics, philosophy, ethics, and religion just to name a few. From a Christian perspective, I believe the most important lens through which to view this topic is the Bible. With … Continue reading Biblical Sexuality
“Without women preachers, we would have no knowledge of the resurrection.” ~ Jürgen Moltmann It’s true; women were the first ones to bring the good news of the empty tomb. Then we have the sermon at Pentecost preached by the Apostle Peter (referencing the prophet Joel): “It shall come to pass in the last days, says … Continue reading Women in Ministry
Effective leadership demands time, creativity, patience, and a lot of effort. Working with people can be a joy, but it can also drain you physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Even Jesus had to take time away from people in order to refocus on what’s truly important. I’ve come to the conclusion that there will always … Continue reading Taming the Dragons
We live in a culture that is attempting to redefine many things. At the top of the list is marriage. Let me start by saying I don’t believe marriage can be redefined. It has been traditionally established as a sacred union, unique in nature. Nonetheless, a lot of energy has gone into trying. To be … Continue reading Sacrament of Marriage
Brian L Powell 