Monthly Archives: March 2016

Grace, and nothing else

There are no caste systems in grace. “Grace turned outward” means we all live from the same vulnerable place. Grace is undeserved favor. You can’t take any credit for it. You can’t boast in it. You can boast about receiving … Continue reading

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It’s that time of year again

Well folks, it’s that time of year again. Time to oil up the mitt, dig out the bat and ball and get ready for — you guessed it — baseball. Halfway through spring training and two weeks to opening day. … Continue reading

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Chandler’s first lesson

Chandler has turned out to be a big part of the ministry here at Roberts Wesleyan College. I shouldn’t be surprised. He has been a big part of everything I’ve learned since he was born. He has a way of … Continue reading

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Tell us your story

Last night Chandler and I had the opportunity to get a Spirit’s-eye view of what God is doing in the lives of a bunch of college students in upstate New York. We had the rare privilege of being invited in … Continue reading

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The 100% raw, organic you

This weekend, I met a woman who described herself as “100% raw organic Michelle,” and what she meant by that was that what she sees when she looks at herself in the mirror isn’t very pretty. It was her way … Continue reading

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Billy Graham and the Presidents

Billy Graham is one of the best ambassadors our country has, but he told me, “I am an ambassador of heaven.” — Dwight D. Eisenhower Billy Graham has often said, “Whether the story of Christ is told in a huge … Continue reading

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Third party people

Reading your excellent comments this morning has given me an idea: Let’s hold our own election and vote the kingdom of God into our hearts and minds, our relationships, our jobs, our homes, our hopes and dreams, and our consciences.  … Continue reading

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Come together, right now, over me

It’s a silly, nonsensical Beatles song (even George Harrison admitted that), but its most memorable line is the word for the church today: “Come together, right now, over me,” if by that we mean: Come together over Jesus.

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What is in your heart?

What is in your heart when you see a woman shrouded in a black burka with nothing but a slit across her eyes with which to see or be seen? What is in your heart when you see a Middle … Continue reading

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Nancy Reagan: Partner to the President

As I’m sure you know, Nancy Reagan, wife of former President Ronald Reagan, passed away yesterday. She was 94. As you also know, we’ve been discussing politics and religion lately here at the Catch, two of the most volatile subjects … Continue reading

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