What is My One Sentence Bible? How much are you actually willing to give up to follow the Lord how its commanded? [Luke 18:18-30] There are times in life when you know you are walking into pain and difficulty. Do you have enough faith to continue regardless? [Luke 18:31-34] When the religious gatekeepers keep you from meeting Jesus, keep yelling for Jesus and he will bypass them to come to you. [Luke 18:35-43] Much love. www.themarinfoundation.org Read more
The Church of England is now allowing for gay clergy in civil partnerships to become bishops. The only caveat is that they have to remain celibate. This ruling puts the ethical bounds of clergy and the Church of England at risk. Read more
What is My One Sentence Bible? Stop trying to observe when and how the Kingdom of God appears, even in the here and now. Live focused on the Lord and the Kingdom will find you. [Luke 17:20-37] God hears even when we barely have enough faith to speak. [Luke 18:1-8] God only cares about your raw authenticity in its simplest form. [Luke 18:9-17] Much love. www.themarinfoundation.org Read more
As we begin a new year this week, I want to reiterate these tender words of Paul Young that gives us all a clear reminder of how big God is, and how little we can ever know or understand the fullness of God’s active engagement… even in those things we abhor. Please click here to read Paul’s very honest post. As this year moves on, know that there is no separation between you and God – that God inhabits all... Read more
What is My One Sentence Bible? Always be the one choosing to forgive instead of the one having to repent for causing others to sin. [Luke 17:1-4] Increasing your faith means having a more clear and humble understanding of your role in the Kingdom. [Luke 17:5-10] One cannot be obedient in the faith without prioritizing gratitude. [Luke 17:11-19] Much love. www.themarinfoundation.org Read more
I will be at Christ Presbyterian Church in Edina, MN on Sunday January 6th. I am speaking that afternoon to their leadership (closed to the public) and then, open to the public, at their weekly worship at 6pm. There will be an hour long Q&A following, and then a book signing after that. If you’re in or around Edina, MN, feel free to stop by. I look forward to seeing you. For my upcoming schedule (that is continually being updated),... Read more
What is My One Sentence Bible? Trust is built when you care well for those things others’ care so much about. [Luke 16:10-13] Is what you love what God loves? [Luke 16:14-15] What signs do you need that God is real? Even a miracle won’t convince those unwilling to be convinced. [Luke 16:19-31] Much love. www.themarinfoundation.org Read more
The Marin Foundation's now twice viral photo, Christians Hugging a Man in His Underwear at Chicago's Gay Pride, has been viewed 30 million times since first being posted on my blog. It has also recently been honored in two major outlets "Best Images" lists - one best of 2012 and one best of all time. Read more
What is My One Sentence Bible? It’s never too late to celebrate what was once lost. [Luke 15:31-32] Accurate self-assessment comes quick when the fear of losing everything is immanent. [Luke 16:1-3] Creative dealings and partnerships gain respect. [Luke 16:4-9] Much love. www.themarinfoundation.org Read more
What is My One Sentence Bible? Amazing how clear ‘perspective’ becomes when you’ve hit rock bottom. [Luke 15:17-20a] Forgiveness comes with humbled repentance no matter what has been done to that point. [Luke 20b-24] Relational anger happens when perspective is missing. [Luke 15:25-30] Much love. www.themarinfoundation.org Read more
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