Thus far our thesis has been that one of the ways that we love our neighbors is by attending to our vocations. One of the reasons for this is because through our vocations, we are being used to build and serve creation and human civilization. Keller appeals to Genesis 1:28 and God’s command that Adam …
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Vocation, part 3
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Vocation, part 2
Posted Jun 7th, 2013 By Brian in Pastor Brian's Blog, Why We Believe What We Believe With | No CommentsAny discussion about vocation needs to begin with a reflection on the God who works and on goodness and dignity. For the Biblically literate this is not surprising because this is actually the way the Bible begins. Once our eyes light upon the pages of Holy Scripture we are introduced to a God who is …
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Loving Your Neighbor as Yourself: Vocation – Part 1
Posted May 31st, 2013 By Allison in Pastor Brian's Blog With | No CommentsOnce Jesus was asked, “Teacher, what is the great commandment in the Law?” It’s a good question. His answer? “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and will all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall …
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The Athanasian Creed
Posted May 24th, 2013 By Allison in Pastor Brian's Blog With | No CommentsOn Trinity Sunday the church confesses her faith using the Athanasian creed. Ok, some churches do. Full disclosure: not many churches use the Athanasian creed any more. In fact, some Christians have never heard of nor read the Athanasian creed (which is, by the way, like an American never reading or hearing of the constitution, …
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PENTECOST
Posted May 17th, 2013 By Brian in Pastor Brian's Blog, Why We Believe What We Believe With | No CommentsPentecost means “fiftieth day” and is the church’s celebration of the day when the eleven apostles and others were given the Holy Spirit, fifty days after Jesus’ resurrection. Sometimes Pentecost is referred to as the birthdate of the church. While admittedly a bit trite and even cheesy, this does get at something important. Pentecost is …
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The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus, part 4
Posted May 3rd, 2013 By Allison in Why We Believe What We Believe With | No CommentsThis sixth Sunday of Easter we continue looking into the resurrection. In the previous essay it was established that the Apostle Paul was a skeptic who changed his life because he claimed to have experienced the risen Jesus. This week we look at two facts: that skeptical James, brother of Jesus, was suddenly changed, and …
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The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus, part 3
Posted Apr 26th, 2013 By Allison in Why We Believe What We Believe With | No CommentsThis fifth Sunday of Easter we continue looking into the resurrection. In the previous essay it was established that the disciples and others claimed to have seen the risen Jesus. This week, we look to another claim that has consensus from scholars: A key persecutor of the Church (Saul of Tarsus) was suddenly changed and …
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The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus, part 2
Posted Apr 14th, 2013 By admin in Why We Believe What We Believe With | No CommentsThis 3rd Sunday of Easter we continue to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord from the grave. In this second essay we focus on a claim that has shared consensus: Jesus of Nazareth died by crucifixion. Death by crucifixion was a common form employed by Romans to execute common criminals. Dr. Michael Licona’s 700+ page …
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The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus, part 1
Posted Apr 7th, 2013 By admin in Why We Believe What We Believe With | No CommentsWe enter the second Sunday of Easter and it is fitting to discuss the Resurrection. Christians celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus for good reason, since Jesus has risen we are no longer in our sins. However, not everyone believes the resurrection of Jesus is a fact which is sad. Are Christians missing the boat on …
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Clergy Vestments, part 4
Posted Mar 24th, 2013 By Brian in Pastor Brian's Blog, Why We Do What We Do With | No CommentsEveryday when we wake up we have a choice to make when it comes to choosing which clothes we will wear. My selection during the week often depends on whether or not I have to sit down in front of someone and who they are and the nature of that meeting. Ministers are especially mindful …
