(I’m reposting this message with a few updates in light of the Robin Williams tragedy, Continue Reading
May 24, 2014
Assessing Matthew Vines “God and the Gay Christian” Pt. VI
"When I use a word," Humpty Dumpty said in rather a scornful tone, "it means just what I choose it to mean -- neither more nor less." "The question is," said Alice, "whether you can make words mean so many different things." -Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland Whoever determines the meaning of words has the power to frame the debate. Continue Reading
March 26, 2014
Update: World Vision Reverses its Policy on Same Sex Marriage
On Monday I posted my concerns about Word Vision's policy change regarding same sex marriage, found here: Just this afternoon, World Magazine has reported an announcement from World Vision regarding its controversial decision to employee homosexual partners within same sex marriages. The President of World Vision now says the board of the organization regrets its decision, is heartbroken over the confusion that decision has caused, and especially apologizes for overlooking the Biblical ramifications of such a policy change. You can read his Continue Reading
December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas
"And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory." - I Timothy 3:16 O Happy Day. God bless us every one. Continue Reading
December 24, 2013
And the Soul Felt Its Worth
If I tell myself I’m wonderful, I’m deluded. If I tell myself I’m horrible, I’m only half right. But if I tell myself I’m valuable, then I’m spot on, and attuned to one of the most important aspects of what we’ll celebrate tomorrow: the immeasurable worth God places on us, expressed that first Christmas. Continue Reading
October 2, 2013
A Brief Exhortation from my Son
I know I'm being a way-too-typical Dad, but I thought you might like seeing this short video my son Jeremy did. It's a style called "Spoken Word" (never heard of it myself) and I gotta say, I'm so encouraged and blessed seeing this guy coming more and more into his own gifts and calling. Please take a moment to click here and check him out. Hope you enjoy it. https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B23zAIfi02klc1Q4MlpkamxmMnc/edit?usp=sharing Continue Reading
Joe Dallas to discuss Phil Robertson controversy on “Bible Answer Man” radio show today.
I’ll be talking with Hank Hanegraaff of Christian Research Institute today about Phil Robertson’s comments on homosexuality, his suspension from Duck Dynasty, and all the controversy that’s come as a result. I’ll be on from 3-4 Pacific Standard Time. You can find a station airing the show here or you can listen tomorrow to the archived broadcast by clicking here. I’d sure appreciate your prayers for wisdom and clarity as we address this tough issue. Thanks. Continue Reading