Category: Sermons
Ignorance Isn’t Bliss
Ignorance isn’t bliss. When people use the phrase “ignorance is bliss” there’s an implication that life is simpler or better when we don’t know everything, but the truth is ignorance isn’t bliss. Instead ignorance allows us to justify our prejudice and convince us we… Continue Reading “Ignorance Isn’t Bliss”
The Pick-Up Cart
Who knew that impending doom had four wheels and a canopy? When we signed up for the Disneyland 5K, I did not know there was a limited amount of time to finish the race. I probably should have guessed it since obviously they weren’t… Continue Reading “The Pick-Up Cart”
A Mother’s Heart
Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 “Honor your father and mother”—which is the first commandment with a promise— 3 “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.” Moms are people,… Continue Reading “A Mother’s Heart”
It’s Not Fair!
God isn’t fair. And it’s a good thing he isn’t. We’ll get back to that. We like it when things are “fair.” It makes us feel like all is right in the universe. But what is “fair?” In the words of one of my… Continue Reading “It’s Not Fair!”
Good People Don’t Go to Heaven
How good is “good enough?” How good do you have to be to get into Heaven? What’s the bare minimum we have to do to sneak into the pearly gates? Because we believe in a good God, its easy for us to believe in… Continue Reading “Good People Don’t Go to Heaven”
God’s Bell Curve
The world came to an end on December 21st, 2012. Or at least it was supposed to. Once again, we avoided a long-prophesied disaster! How do we do it? There are tons of doomsday prophecies out there, but this one got some serious attention. … Continue Reading “God’s Bell Curve”
Imagine…
One little spark… Of inspiration, is at the heart of all creation. Right at the start of everything that’s new, one little spark lights up for you. Dreamfinder begins our Journey Into Imagination at EPCOT with that little song. Written by the Sherman Brothers… Continue Reading “Imagine…”
The Downfall of John Kreese
“Sweep the leg.” That scene from The Karate Kid is as iconic of the ‘80s as Darth Vader’s “I am your father” or The Terminator‘s “I’ll be back.” Three simple words that would unravel John Kreese’s life. When Kreese orders Johnny to do this,… Continue Reading “The Downfall of John Kreese”
Fear is the Mind-Killer
The Bene Gesserit “Litany Against Fear” from the book Dune. A powerful reminder that fear, as powerful as it can be, isn’t real. Fear can be conquered. Fear is simply a label we put on a feeling we have when our body is warning… Continue Reading “Fear is the Mind-Killer”
The Easy Way Out
Or How I Gave The Next Generation A Chance We are wired to take the easy way out. Sad but true. It’s a side effect of our autonomic system that protects us from harm. Think flight or fight responses. We are wired to favor… Continue Reading “The Easy Way Out”
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