Ovecoming Anger
When our emotions take over and damage has been done, the best way to respond is to humble ourselves and deal with it immediately
Thoughts from a Family Wedding
Worse times lead us to “I” times – I am, I will, I should. Vows, however, remind us to focus on the “we” and provide a reason to stay and fight, not each other, but for each other! Those times determine whether or not we will remain faithful and loyal and together.
The Danger of Emotional Theology
While emotions are a blessing if we are resting in truth and standing firm with God’s favor and care, they are dangerous if we are living by them rather than truth.
Some Thoughts about Recent Issues in the Bible Translation Debate
Few things will rally (and sometimes rile) good brothers on every side as quickly as a new post about the King James Version. This week, I was reminded of that with the release of the article “Pleading for the Plowboy.” If you haven’t read it, you can do so here. Would you consider my thoughts regarding the article and the varied responses?
Modesty Matters
At one time men wore ties to play golf. That is not at all the sort of thing to which I am referring. At one time ladies wore lace gloves just to go to a department store. I am not referring to that either. I am simply writing about the culture we now have.
Bad Preacher Clips, Recovering Fundamentalists, and the IFB
Although our tongues can certainly be sharp, it is only the Word of God that should be sharp in our preaching.
Music Matters
Some would ask, “Fine, but what do you believe about music?” That is a good question and my answer is actually pretty simple: I believe music matters.
Have Yourself a Magical Christmas!
I believe in magic! Do you? I don’t mean the dark and evil sense of magic as used by our secular and sin-cursed world. I mean the beautiful and mysterious kind that brings the kind of awe and wonder and joy that affects us the rest of our lives. Do you know what I mean?
Mentoring and Influencing a Younger Generation Part 3 – Some Thoughts about Youth Ministry
While I am not necessarily opposed to younger people helping in youth ministry, I do believe that we are missing the influence of wisdom, experience, and spiritual maturity. And we need those influences.
The Issue of Tattoos
Several years ago I was spending an evening with a really great friend when he asked me, “So what do you want to do tonight?” I said, “I guess we could go get a tattoo!”
Pastor/Evangelist Dave Young 