How should we go about discerning truth--by the Spirit? by the Word? by both? In this episode we're talking about the conundrum that of how we get and use discernment. 21  For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the world until this time, no, nor ever shall be.  22  And unless those days were shortened, no flesh would be saved; but for the elect’s sake those days will be shortened. 23  … Read more »

We've all been to a church that wasn't right for us, but as I struggle to find a church home I find myself asking what are acceptable reasons for not returning to a church and what are minor quibbles?At what point does a church go from "not perfect" to "not even a church"? Introduction Recently I was chatting with some friends about our collective struggle to find a church home. I think most people who have moved around… Read more »

It's hard to disagree politely, and with so many different opinions just *within* the faith--there's a lot to disagree about. We're bound to encounter people we disagree with within the body of Christ. Hurling insults, straw man attacks, and pouting is neither productive nor a good look. We must be able to speak about the things we feel passionately about with grace if we really want to emulate our Father and Messiah. Your sp… Read more »

Do you identify yourself as Christian? What does it mean to you? Better yet, what does it mean to others? 15 “Beware of the false prophets! They come to you wearing sheep’s clothing, but underneath they are hungry wolves! 16 You will recognize them by their fruit. Can people pick grapes from thorn bushes, or figs from thistles? 17 Likewise, every healthy tree produces good fruit, but a poor tree produces bad fruit. 18 A healthy tr… Read more »

Sometimes God has a message for the 1 and we're the 99 that's left behind. Read more »

A response to blogger makiah-isms and a personal reflection on my own lessons about God from not attending church. When you can grow more spiritually during a hiatus from church, it signals a problem with the so-called church. Introduction This morning a friend of mine shared a link and asked for my opinion/reaction. In short, it's a blog post about the lessons a black woman has learned since leaving the church. My Church Experie… Read more »