In writing the majority opinion for the Supreme Court’s recent decision on gay marriage, Justice Anthony M. Kennedy said, “No union is more profound than marriage for it embodies the highest ideals of love, fidelity, devotion, sacrifice, and family…It would …
The First Question Jesus Asks Us
Here’s a story from the Gospel of John that has been coming to my mind over the last few days. Note the question that Jesus as asks the man before he heals him. Some time later, Jesus went up to …
Coffee Shops, Vicious Bears, and Scandalous Stories
A few years ago, I decided to give up working at a desk in an office and to work more often in coffee shops. Here are at least three good reasons why I made the move: 1. I’ve always envied …
Our Mother, Who Art in Heaven?
I’ve come to believe that there are only two ways we can even begin to talk about God. Both of them are woefully inadequate, but they are all we have. The first is through description. We use descriptive words that …
Look Within?
Surrounding the week of Easter there were quite a few broadcasts that featured the story of Jesus and his resurrection. It’s always interesting for me to see how closely these types of programs come to Scripture and whom they cast …
Struggling With Your Faith?
“Are you struggling in your faith?” Ever been asked that one? If, like me, your inner dialogue to that question always go something like, “Of course I am. I always am, but I feel like I should say that I’m …
Why The Bible Is Myth
The Bible is myth. Let me explain. The word “myth” has several different connotations in the current expression of the English language. The most common popular usage of the word connotes falsehood. You might say something like, “It’s a myth …
Truth Can’t Fit on a Sticker
For a few lovely years, I drove around with a bumper sticker on my car that said, “Truth can’t fit on a sticker.” I had joked at church about wanting a sticker like that and some good people had it …
What is a Biblical Story, Really?
Here is my favorite Bible story, re-imagined: He squatted. A drop of sweat fell from his furrowed brow and landed on the dusty ground. It was a hot day. Her wails of agony and embarrassment pierced his ears. Had he …
Strength: A Tribute to Lauren Hill
“Heaven gained a new point guard.” I read the sentimental words on Facebook yesterday, and without any more context, I immediately felt my heart sink. Surely most, if not all of Cincinnati’s population, knows who Lauren Hill is. In fact, …