Reflections of an Undeconstructed Pentecostal
I fear that we are living in a land of hypocrites. Everyone is passing judgement, but no one is seeing clearly. Jesus warned of those who can readily discern the sins of others, but fail to discern their own sins.
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I believe that all lives matter, therefore Black Lives Matter. Like many of my friends, white and black, I support the slogan “Black Lives Matter.” Also, like many of my friends, white and black, I cannot support the agenda of the Black Lives Matter organization which is Marxist, anti-family, and pro LGBT (LGBT civil rights should be affirmed, but their agenda to normalize sexual immorality should be resisted). I have noticed that many friends have sought to make a distinction between local BLM chapters and the national organization.
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On the Sunday before Pentecost 2019, I was preaching at a United Methodist Church in Columbus, Georgia. This church has two morning services so I spent the time between services in the pastor’s office. I noticed a copy of A Change of Heart by Thomas C. Oden on his desk. Oden wrote my favorite systematic theology, so I picked it up and began reading through it. Several months later someone gifted me a copy and I just recently read the entire book. It was fascinating!
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My backyard is my paradise. It is where I go to escape the tensions of life, to pray, and meditate. It is surrounded by lush green trees which act as a natural fence. There is a small creek that runs along the fence. We have three bird feeding stations that welcome a host of beautiful birds. The squirrels and rabbits are constant visitors. I cultivate a small vegetable garden as a hobby. At first glance our backyard is a peaceful paradise. But first appearances are deceitful. The more I observe the interactions in my backyard, I realize that it is filled with conflict.
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