The Modern Rules of Tithing According to Tim Sinclair

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Author Tim Sinclair claims we are too content with the ordinary, that our habits and rituals leave little room to think outside the context in which we are familiar. In his book, Branded: Sharing Jesus with a Consumer Culture, Mr. Sinclair brings up an almost heretical, yet thought-provoking question to today’s generation of Christians. What [...]

FEMA vs. The Church: A Questionable Competition

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Memories, as well as streets lined with damaged belongings, continually remind us of the flooding that occurred in our area. For many residents, the only logical choice is to rebuild, but I also know of others who have left their homes with no intention to return. For Joseph and I, life is almost “back to [...]

When Hymns Take Precedence Over Scripture

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I may ruffle some feathers today, but after sitting on and praying over this post for weeks, I have come to the conclusion that I must share it with you. On April 4th of this year, I was listening to Al Mohler’s podcast, Thinking in Public. On this particular episode, Dr. Mohler interviewed Dr. T. [...]

Are You Just a Pew Warmer?

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This last Sunday I have been convicted of something I swore I would never become…..a pew warmer. I was very active at my church in Cortland – I helped out in nursery, junior church, played piano for the kid’s choir, and played the piano for services. Now that I attend a larger church, one where [...]