Category Archives: insight

GETTING GOD’S ATTENTION!

Romans–Passionate Christian Theology We cry out, we bang on the doors of heaven when in trouble, we bargain with God in bad times, we do everything “humanly” possible to get God’s attention…OR are we just trying to get God to … Continue reading

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HOLY PROMISE OR MERE CONTRACT?

The holidays are approaching quickly. This is the time of year that we meet with our family members, before the big days of celebration and have them sign contracts with stipulations that state in detail when they will come, how … Continue reading

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FIT AND FORTUNATE!

Romans–Passionate Christian Theology When explaining something as new information in the lives of people we have to begin with what we know they know. People engage when you begin with what they are already comfortable in knowing. They agree with … Continue reading

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SHEER TRUST

Romans, Passionate Christian Theology I have a huge project before my coworkers and myself, the students we teach and the instructor who has partnered with us. We will be lifting off a high altitude balloon with cameras on board in … Continue reading

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SHEER GENEROSITY OF GRACE

Romans, Passionate Christian Theology The teenager had been caught “at it again” doing what he knew he was not supposed to do. “I can’t be good enough!”, he shouted. I said, “You are absolutely right!” “None of us can be … Continue reading

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BY INSTINCT, JUST DO IT!

Romans–Passionate Christian Theology Because I teach, I have a passion for comfortable shoes. I look for shoes that are colorful, comfortable, and durable. And they have to be cute, so they will be acceptable on the work place. This is … Continue reading

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WHERE ARE WE NOW?

Romans–Passionate Christian Theology “Are we there yet? Where are we now? Huh? Huh? Are we there yet? How much longer?” Their little child voices still echo in my mind. Every journey we took our kids, others’ kids, on mission trips, … Continue reading

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HOW TO REALLY LIVE!

Romans-Passionate Christian theology How many times have we longed to see family who live far from us, those we might not see but every few years on very special occasions? There are those we only see at weddings and funerals. … Continue reading

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ROMANS

The extraordinary letter of passionate Christian theology We are beginning a new study! Paul’s letter to the Romans is saturated with Paul’s passion, his love and devoted service to God. Eugene’s Peterson states in his introduction of Romans: “The letter … Continue reading

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A HOSTAGE FOR HOPE

God’s Acts We end our study of God’s ACTS this morning. The last words in closing give me hope and praise for the God of Hope. The God of Paul is our God still. Our God is also our provider, … Continue reading

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