“Failure is not an option.” If you’ve watched the 1995 movie, Apollo 13, about the botched 1970 lunar landing, you have heard this line. It was uttered by Ed Harris’ character, Gene Kranz, the lead flight director who is credited for helping guide the damaged craft safely back to earth. The line is great because … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: May 2012
Homosexuality, Grace and Truth
I’m tired. I’m tired of the whole debate over homosexuals. Should they marry? Should they not marry? What about civil unions? I’m tired of politics. I’m tired of bills designed to ‘protect’ marriage. I’m tired of politicians saying what is expedient rather than what is necessary. I’m tired of the ‘us’ vs. ‘them’ mentality that … Continue reading
Please, Don’t Call it Worship
I just read another article defending opening a worship service with a secular song.* The usual culprits were there: reaching the lost by using something they are familiar with; being sensitive to the culture; the element of surprise; yadda, yadda, yadda. Please, don’t get me wrong, I love music. My tastes are quite eclectic. Whether … Continue reading
Reflections on Africa
Sitting in my office this morning is the first time I’ve had a chance to quietly reflect since I returned from North Africa last week. It was a hectic trip, and since I’ve returned my life hasn’t really slowed down any. But as I skimmed over the blogs that I wrote while overseas I realize … Continue reading
The Pondering Preacher 