Backward Mutters

In the adult fantasy, That Hideous Strength by C.S. Lewis, one of our favorites, the planetary archons descend upon St Anne’s, the headquarters of a group resisting the growing influence of the N.I.C.E.. As Mars (Malachandra) descends, he has this effect upon those residing there. “I’m not like you…I’m not…

At twentystone we’re going to spend a couple of months working through and trying to digest what Jim Belcher has to say about the church in his recent book, Deep Church. As I’ve read, I’ve found it very helpful. I’ve found the analysis of the current trends and discussions within…

You may let Fat Tuesday and Ash Wednesday pass by unnoticed, but Wednesday marks a new season in the church calendar: Lent. The season itself is meant to commemorate Jesus’ fast in the Wilderness after his baptism and before the beginning of his public ministry when, as you recall, Jesus…

I’ve often wondered if a commentary on the Bible could be done in poetry. I’ve attempted several times as a means to prepare to preach a passage. But I don’t have the focus to see it through. Maybe someday. Any language work, however, (translation or paraphrase) has the benefit of…

Help for HaitiA family friend, Dick Furman, is a surgeon in Western North Carolina. He traveled to Haiti following the earthquake to provide medical aid to those in need. Flying home on the plane, I think back over what was the most horrific time I have ever experienced in my…