Radical Faithfulness: A Proposal about Marriage Permanence
In this post I want to summarize the basic position I’ve come to in my understanding about marriage ..
Thinking Theology Aloud [Random]
Hyper-Literalism, Could vs. Should, and a Guiding Question (JDR-2)
Before I begin discussing Jesus’ words on divorce and remarriage, I want to clarify a few things abo..
Jesus on Divorce and Remarriage: Introduction (JDR-1)
Greetings, friends! After months of silence, I have finally prepared some blog posts for you. I hope..
Churchfunding: 2021 Year-End Report
At the turn of every year, as an act of thankfulness and accountability, I like to give a report on ..
Dwight's Family
Why did Mennonites Abandon the Early Anabaptist View of Jesus’ Exception Clause? (Transition from German to English)
A third background factor that may have paved the way for a new Mennonite interpretation of Jesus’ e..
“Worshiping and Imitating Our Servant King” (Sermon)
I was invited to preach a Palm Sunday sermon today. It was a blessing to meditate on the example of ..
Bible Bites [Exegesis]
Why did Mennonites Abandon the Early Anabaptist View of Jesus’ Exception Clause? (Separatism and Confessional Statements)
American Mennonites gradually abandoned the early Anabaptist interpretation of Jesus’ words, “except..
When did Mennonites Discard the Early Anabaptist Interpretation of Jesus’ Exception Clause about Divorce?
How did American Mennonites end up abandoning the early Anabaptist interpretation of Jesus’ exceptio..
Churchfunding: 2020 Year-End Report
It’s time again to give witness to God’s faithfulness in providing for our housing needs. As many of..
“In the Sight of God”: Divine Perspective from 1 Peter
I enjoyed a slow read through 1 Peter this afternoon, sitting quietly in my backyard and giving myse..