There is a verse in Acts 22 that is very humbling, and to be honest a tad scary, for us nerdy theologically minded type of people. Paul says of the Jesus-rejecting, church-persecuting Jews: “…being zealous for God as all of… Continue Reading
“Here it appears either Paul or Barnabas went too far. It must have been a violent disagreement to separate two associates who were so closely united. Indeed, the text indicates as much. “Such examples are written for our consolation: for… Continue Reading
In the spirit of Jeff Foxworthy with the lameness of Mike Leake: If you think Basil is a only a name for a spice, then you might need to Rediscover the Church Fathers. If you think St. Ignatius is only… Continue Reading
I have always loved the story of the Sons of Sceva (Acts 19). To me it’s pretty funny that these guys think they can exorcise a demon only to wind up naked, wounded, and running away. I like to laugh… Continue Reading