This is likely to set back Christianity back a few years. Yes,this is about Pat Robertson's comments on Haiti.
www.cbsnews.com/blogs/2010/01/13/crimesider/entry6092717.shtml
It seems like putting his foot in his mouth is second nature. I have to say I'm getting very, very tired of this nonsense as an evangelical having to almost defend statements like this. Then again I could say that it is why I look to Christ and not televangelists like Robertson. Anyways, I just have to say this is time for all believers to give to Haiti(actually anyone who can) and shine rather try to interpret this as some sort of judgment. Also, pray the people of this nation.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
More On Books
With my last book review I have decided to briefly look at a few others that I have read fairly recently.
The Jesus I Never Knew by Phillip Yancey
Similar to the End Of Religion it that it shows the true Jesus of the Bible. Also, the author talks
about his days growing up in a fundamentalist church in the Deep South during the days of
segregation which was a bonus. Recommended for any believer as a good read as it looks at
what Jesus came to Earth to accomplish.
Fearless by Max Lucado
The title says it all as it is another great book by Pastor Lucado. Has both Biblical and earthly
illustrations to overcome fear and doubt not to mention anxiety.
The Celtic Path Of Prayer by Calvin Miller
Really illustrates how the ancient Celts turned prayer not only into an art form but as a
means of union with God. Also, the author manages to show how Celts used some of their
old pagan beliefs and Incorporated into communion with Christ. Best part the praying to each
person of the Trinity.
Call Of The Wild by Jack London
One of the great classics of literature as the author give one a desire to see nature. Warning
may be a hard read for any dog lover as there is cruelty to dogs throughout the book in
great detail. The ending is very haunting as the main character Buck really becomes one with
nature.
There may be others to come as I have a lot more books sitting on my selves to be read.
The Jesus I Never Knew by Phillip Yancey
Similar to the End Of Religion it that it shows the true Jesus of the Bible. Also, the author talks
about his days growing up in a fundamentalist church in the Deep South during the days of
segregation which was a bonus. Recommended for any believer as a good read as it looks at
what Jesus came to Earth to accomplish.
Fearless by Max Lucado
The title says it all as it is another great book by Pastor Lucado. Has both Biblical and earthly
illustrations to overcome fear and doubt not to mention anxiety.
The Celtic Path Of Prayer by Calvin Miller
Really illustrates how the ancient Celts turned prayer not only into an art form but as a
means of union with God. Also, the author manages to show how Celts used some of their
old pagan beliefs and Incorporated into communion with Christ. Best part the praying to each
person of the Trinity.
Call Of The Wild by Jack London
One of the great classics of literature as the author give one a desire to see nature. Warning
may be a hard read for any dog lover as there is cruelty to dogs throughout the book in
great detail. The ending is very haunting as the main character Buck really becomes one with
nature.
There may be others to come as I have a lot more books sitting on my selves to be read.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
End Of Religion
I have another book review here as I just finished reading The End Of Religion by Bruxy Cavey. I have to admit I was a little weary when I first pick it up. As being something of a traditionalist I was afraid of it being a let's knock down everything a start over rants but as I read it it was more of a pro-Christ let's peel back the layers of Christianity to follow Him.
The theme of book is how religion gets in the way of following Jesus Christ and the message He had for the world. The author not only targets Christianity but other world religions in how they rely on ritual and works in order to get closer to God and how empty ritual can lead to us losing our first love and we can be open to hatred and hardheartedness.
Several themes are touched on such as Biblical fundamentalism,nationalism, the church's not so glorious history and even human relationships. That it always stuck to heart of the matter which is Jesus Christ and how He actually wanted to remove religion and to teach a better way. In the appendix it also talks about the word religion and how was originally connected to superstition was interesting to learn. For me it was kind of a case of finding the Gospel all over again. I recommend it as it is an easy read and if you are looking to find the true God of the Bible in the form Jesus Christ.
The theme of book is how religion gets in the way of following Jesus Christ and the message He had for the world. The author not only targets Christianity but other world religions in how they rely on ritual and works in order to get closer to God and how empty ritual can lead to us losing our first love and we can be open to hatred and hardheartedness.
Several themes are touched on such as Biblical fundamentalism,nationalism, the church's not so glorious history and even human relationships. That it always stuck to heart of the matter which is Jesus Christ and how He actually wanted to remove religion and to teach a better way. In the appendix it also talks about the word religion and how was originally connected to superstition was interesting to learn. For me it was kind of a case of finding the Gospel all over again. I recommend it as it is an easy read and if you are looking to find the true God of the Bible in the form Jesus Christ.
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