Barriers

From that time Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him, saying, “Far be it from you, Lord! This shall never happen to you.” But he turned and said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a hindrance to me. For you are not setting your mind on the things of God, but on the things of man.” --Matthew 16:21-23

What this is all about...

This is my new blog.  I had a Tumblr but, after realizing (after two years...) that it wasn't quite the format I was expecting, I decided to make this one.
I thoroughly enjoy writing, and there are times where I think my thoughts should actually be published for willing eyes to read.  I don't want to put any limits on what I will write and how I will write; anyone who truly knows me that I can be anywhere on the spectrum between completely serious to completely ridiculous.  But, whatever I write, it will be through the lens of the Gospel--whether it is me reflecting upon Scripture or current events or personal struggle, for the Gospel illuminates every aspect of life in a way nothing else can.  I want to write in a way where Believers can see and learn more about the Cross and the life to which it calls us, and also so that a nonbeliever can see truly what the Cross is.

I have a couple ideas in mind of what I want to write about, and I hope I can make this a serious enough discipline to write a little something once a week at least.  Do with it what you will, and feel free to give me comments on my theology or writing style.

Also, the title of the blog comes from my favorite hymn, "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross."  If you want to hear my church's worship band perform it, go here!

Homosexuality in the Eyes of This Bible Believing Christisn

            Regardless of what one believes, the title of this essay almost assuredly made anyone approach it while walking on eggshells.  

Did you know that I am a poet?

It is true. I guess it is the most artistic thing about me since I can’t sing, draw, paint, or play any sort of musical instrument. But, my creative mind must dabble in something, so why not throw some words together and make some of them rhyme in no particular structure?

Two and a half years ago, I came across a young church plant in Columbus, Ohio called Veritas Community Church.  It is no surprise that the last two and a half years I have been challenged, healed, and matured by my faith that has been cultivated by the teaching and community to which I have been led.  But in my time in this community, when I have seen God move across this city and in His Church do miraculously, I have seen such tragedy that would shake the faith of even the least tepid man.