A Puritan Prayer of Self-Deprecation
O Lord, My every sense, member, faculty, affection, is a snare to me, I can scarce open my eyes but I envy those above me, or despise those below me. I covet honor and riches of the mighty, and am proud and unmerciful to the rags of others; If I behold beauty it is a bait to lust, or see deformity, it stirs up loathing … Continue reading A Puritan Prayer of Self-Deprecation
Is street evangelism a thing of the past?
This past Friday night, my father-in-law and I went to the Bratwurst festival in Bucyrus, Ohio. This festival is a big deal in our area and people come from all over the place to feast on bratwurst and other summer treats. Our strategy was simple – talk with as many people as possible, pass out a gospel tract and pamphlets about our church, and help … Continue reading Is street evangelism a thing of the past?
The City….Whose Designer and Builder is God
Over the past several months, Stephane and I have visited Chicago, LA, and Toronto. These three mega-cities are impressive to say the least. What struck me about Chicago is the sheer number of super-tall buildings in the downtown district. Chicago has over 100 buildings that are at least 500 feet tall and it has 5 buildings that are over 1000 feet tall. To walk beside … Continue reading The City….Whose Designer and Builder is God