As motivated Christian parents we often think brokenness will never characterize our homes. Many reading this post are likely diligent about investing in their marriages, discipling their children, and leading their families to be missional in every day life. Despite our best efforts, brokenness can quickly invade our homes. Everyone experiences moments or seasons of … Continue reading Hope and Help When Home is Broken
Pastors and Changing Sexual Norms in Houston, Texas
This week news hit the web that Mayor Annise Parker and the City of Houston (my town) issued subpoenas to several pastors in Houston requiring submission of, “all speeches, presentations, or sermons related to HERO (Houston’s Equal Rights Ordinance), the petition, Mayor Annise Parker, homosexuality, or gender identity, prepared by, delivered by, revised by, or … Continue reading Pastors and Changing Sexual Norms in Houston, Texas
Who is the Gospel for… and how do our biases play?
Who is the Gospel for? Most believers will answer, "Everyone!" But, do we really believe that? In my part of the world we have a tendency to withhold the Gospel, so to speak, because of our biases. Sometimes we have biases for legitimate reasons. Those biases must not become obstacles for the good news that … Continue reading Who is the Gospel for… and how do our biases play?
Brian Haynes 