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The Cross for the Sinned-Against
Doug looks at the cross for the sinned-against. He talks about how he used to neglect preaching the full story of the cross and how this hurt the abused and neglected. A great message on why the cross is about more than just the forgiveness of sins.
Christian Tipping Tips
On today’s show Doug talks about how Christians could change the world if they were better witnesses in restaurants. He looks at tipping and the Sunday church rush. He also has a contest to win a free book.
Marie Dancing Still: A Review of the 5th Avenue Theatre’s Production
Well, due to a prior engagement, I missed the opening night performance of Marie Dancing Still. Fortunately, Marie Dancing Still was still dancing still last night, which gave my wife and I the wonderful opportunity to see the most amazing dance sequence we have ever seen at Seattle’s 5thAvenue Theatre or really on any stage. If that seems […]
Our Terrible Christian Witness
Doug talks about why Christianity is declining in America. He points out that it isn’t the fault of those liberal “others,” it is a reflection of our terrible witness. He looks at the duplicity of our Christian witness. He points out that many Christians learn about love on Sunday morning and follow people who preach […]
Facebook Launches Facebook Junior
In an April 1st surprise, Facebook CEO and chairman Mark Zuckerberg announced today that his company will be launching a new social media platform geared towards elementary students and preschoolers, called Facebook Junior. Zuckerberg mentioned in today’s press conference that Facebook is trying to address the decline they have seen in high school and college […]
The Breath of God
Doug talks about times of refreshing from the breath of God. He looks at the Holy Spirit as breath and life.
Mind Blindness
Doug talks about how to love someone with mind blindness and looks at how grace should influence how we treat the people we love who don’t always understand our needs.
I Am Not a Dog Brush!
(Update: A day after posting this piece I searched my name and the problem has been fixed in America! I am no longer a Dog Brush on their American search engine! Their Canada search still doesn’t recognize my existence. Oh well, it is a start! Thank you Amazon and thanks to the power of social […]
The Problem with Asking for Forgiveness
Doug talks about why it might not be biblical to ask someone for forgiveness. This show delves into the process of repentance and looks at how sinners should pursue reconciliation with the people they have sinned against.
Toxic Church Growth Language
Doug talks about the toxic language that has crept into how leaders speak about church health and church growth. He advocates for leadership development that encourages more pastors to engage the harvest. This show challenges some of the fundamental assumptions of the church growth movement.