H2O‘s series of discussions on the “Tough Issues” that get in the way of Kent State students seriously considering Christianity is now in its final week. Audio from the messages delivered at our worship gatherings can be found at http://h2okent.com/resources/teachings/. … Continue reading
For too long, we Christians have been growing fat and lazy in our logic and critical thinking skills. We’ve relied far too heavily on the idea that “I don’t need facts because I’ve got faith.” And while I agree that some element … Continue reading
H2O Kent is starting off this semester with four weeks of dialogue about the “Tough Issues” that get in the way of Kent State students seriously considering Christianity. This week we are focused on addressing the idea that “Science disproves … Continue reading
Like bees entering or exiting the hive, students buzz past our info table on their way to the University Bookstore or the Kent Market. This corner of the Student Center is a highly-trafficked crossroads in the first week of a new … Continue reading
At yesterday’s H2O worship gathering, I started off my message with a brief story about last Sunday’s marathon — and then I explained how I decided to base the entirety of the afternoon’s message on the theme of “Running to … Continue reading
Our church is focusing on the Book of Acts this summer. Both in our small groups and in our weekly worship gatherings, we’re studying the stories about the first generation of believers to live after Jesus’ life, death, resurrection, and … Continue reading
The first time I met Bill Hettinger was when I was 10 years old. It was 1987, at a church pot-luck. Bill was asked to pray before the dinner, and he prayed a long, loquacious prayer — pronouncing his words … Continue reading
This Sunday Amsterdam50 is starting a new teaching series — and I’ve got to be honest: it’s been a long time since I’ve been this excited about a teaching series! It will take us through the next two and a … Continue reading
Our church has recently been studying the Miracles of Jesus, as recorded in the Gospel of John. Over the course of eight Sundays, we’re talking about eight major miracles or signs, as listed here below: Changing Water to Wine at … Continue reading
Talking about Jesus with non-Christian friends is a lot like talking about sex with children. The parallel is imperfect, I know. Still, I’m surprised at how much insight can be drawn from such a comparison. Think about it with me. … Continue reading