We’re familiar with Jesus’ focus on motives as much as behavior in a number of his sayings in the Sermon on the Mount. It’s not enough that we don’t kill our brother or sister. It also matters how we deal
Did Anybody Notice?
An ABC report describes Adam Lanza, the young man who killed 20 children, 6 staff at Sandy Hook Elementary School, and himself, as quiet, bright, and troubled. The article goes on to quote people who knew Lanza, saying that he
The Bane of Religion: Evil Speaking
From John Wesley’s Journal – “November 5, 1747: I began examining the classes, and every person severally, touching that bane of religion, evil speaking; as well as touching their manner of life before they heard this preaching; and by comparing
What My “Crazy” Charismatic Friends Always Teach Me
Over the past weekend, I made a quick trip to Kentucky to spend some time with dear friends who work together in a mission organization. For many years I worked with them until I felt like my new job at