This is part two of an article on the creation debate. Part one lays the groundwork for the thrust of this post. Knowing the real issues of the debate between theistic evolution and creationism helps me to make a choice. Where do I stand on this issue? I stand on the side that rejects theistic …
Working It Out
Join me as I dig into matters of faith, culture and everyday life.
The Creation Debate (part 1) – Discovering The Real Issue
There is much to be said, and much that has been said on this topic. I hesitate to throw my hat in the ring because I am neither a scientist or a theologian. And yet, precisely because I am neither of those, I wanted to think through this issue, and share it with others in …
Genesis is His-story
Genesis is about beginnings. The first book of the Bible, it lays the foundation for everything that follows and is fittingly titled. It literally means “the origin of something”. It contains the stories of the creation of the world, Noah’s Ark, the Tower of Babel, and the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. It has …
Read, Think, Write – 66 Times
The Bible is inexhaustible. This is something I know to be true, and hear often. I know it in my mind and in my heart, and yet I struggle to develop the habit-forming discipline of studying it regularly and with purpose. Blessed with years of Christian education, church life, and believing family and friends, I …
Does God Speak to Us Beyond Scripture?
Have you ever spoken with other Christians and been amazed at their ability to converse with God? Phrases like “God told me…” are spoken naturally, like they’ve been chatting with their neighbour. They seem to have a direct line to God. I have to confess I’ve always cringed a little at these statements, wondering if …
Planning for Post-Retirement
In the wake of the recent recession, or “economic downturn” of 2008, I’ve heard, read and thought a lot about my financial future. Watching my RRSPs plummet 35% overnight made me question the security of that future. Will I have enough to retire? When might that be? Will I be able to avoid being a …
In Defense of Novels
My biggest motivator to write comes from my love of reading. I read a lot, though I can’t say I’m very fast. I enjoy it, so I make time for it, and therefore I consume a decent amount of words on a regular basis. I read magazines and blogs regularly, partly because I can digest …
Why aren’t we persecuted in Canada?
As a marketer, I am privileged to work with several charities on a regular basis. In order to help them “tell their story” better and increase awareness and support for their cause, I have the opportunity to immerse myself in their ministries. Lately I have been reading heavily on the topic of the persecuted church. …
A Beginning
Well here it is. I’ve thought about it, talked about it, played with wordpress for hours and generally procrastinated for too long. Here’s my first post. It’s not glamorous, and it’s going to be short and sweet. I’m not going to edit or filter or re-write it 27 times. I’m not going to make promises, …
