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Power of a Whisper

By on November 29, 2010 in sam reflects, things we read

Power of a Whisper is an autobiographical memoir of one of the most innovative Christian leaders of my father’s generation cleverly disguised in the garb of a practical theology book.  In my opinion, it of course falls short as an exhaustive guide on how to hear God. But as a story line of what happens [...]

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Things I’ve Learned This Summer

By on August 18, 2009 in sam reflects

Wow, it’s been forever since I (we) blogged – it’s a shame too because we’ve done a lot of cool stuff this summer. I did want to post some sermons that have been posted online. I’ve had the opportunity to preach 4 times at two churches. Here are some of the things I’ve spoke on. [...]

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Goal of Christian Teaching

Goal of Christian Teaching

By on December 2, 2008 in ministry

The aim of our charge is love that issues from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.  Certain persons, by swerving from these, have wandered away into vain discussion, desiring to be teachers of the law, without understanding either what they are saying or the things about which they make confident [...]

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iSpeak – Three Stories about Hebrews

By on October 11, 2008 in ministry, sam reflects

I spoke at Dix Hills on October 5th. I gave a talk about story and identity. Check it out here Three Stories about Hebrews:  Some of you who read this blog remember that I gave a similar talk at Integrity Fellowship. I love the idea that Jesus was victorious in  same points where Israel failed [...]

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