One of my favorite books is "The Scarlet Pimpernel," and in a twist that no one saw coming...the movie adaptation is just as good! If you know the story, it's about a English nobleman, Sir Percy, who uses disguises, quick thinking, and the pseudonymn "Scarlet Pimpernel" to rescue French nobles condemned to die by the … Continue reading Brand (New) Jesus
Doctrine
A Recipe for Disaster
I had the most delicious homemade hummus the other day. It was the right texture, not too creamy, but not grainy. Garlicky and salty. I'm licking my lips just thinking about it. I wish I could say that it was homemade by me, but it wasn't. A half-Lebanese girl made it. The sad part is … Continue reading A Recipe for Disaster
Baby New Year
We're a month into this new year of 2014. The old man is out and the new baby is in. I was thinking about salvation and how new spiritual life is like a new baby. So often we're told that salvation is more than just getting saved from hell. Salvation allows us to have a … Continue reading Baby New Year
Identity Theft
In my last post, I posted about the importance of names. This post is the flip side of the coin. Names are important, because names identify us. Identities are precious to us, and Satan knows this. Satan is the first great identity thief. To Eve, he created an identity of an untrustworthy God, leading Eve … Continue reading Identity Theft
A Rosie by Any Other Name
There aren't many times you want to be name-called during a Facebook argument. This was one! Let me explain. During a disagreement through a Facebook comments thread, one of my opponents attempted to politely direct his arguments to me by writing my name in his comments. Except he didn't. In almost every comment he mentioned … Continue reading A Rosie by Any Other Name
Light’s Out!
Last Sunday was known in the American English speaking world as "Super Sunday" the day of the "Big Game." For those that don't pay attention to sports, I am talking about the Super Bowl. For over half the game, the Baltimore Ravens were outplaying the San Francisco 49ers. Now, I am a staunch Pittsburgh Steelers … Continue reading Light’s Out!
Praise of Nations
The Olympic opening ceremony is a global pep rally for the Olympic Games. After the host nation shows off their creative display of patriotism, it’s time for what many think is the best part. The Parade of Nations. What a spectacle! From the pale blonds of Austria to the tall, black of Zimbabwe. Long-legged sprinters. … Continue reading Praise of Nations
Fruit from the Olive Tree 