Lent — the holiest of seasons for Christians — begins this Wednesday. I will post more about the origins of Lent and how it has been observed later (as I do a bit more research on it myself) — but for now I want to share something I will be taking part in over the [...]
I have posted my sermon for tomorrow — Transfiguration Sunday. The sermon is based on 2 Kings 2:1-12, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, and Mark 9:2-9 — and entitled: Wow! Here’s a portion of it:
Here’s a theological question for you:Can God hate? Hmmm … interesting! My answer?Yes — God hates sin. Sin is against God’s will — and blocks the relationship with God that God created us for. However — when Christ died on the cross He took our sins upon Himself – so it is possible for [...]
I am the pastor of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Florence, SC. I have been a Presbyterian Church (USA) pastor for over 20 years. I'm married, with no children - but 3 dogs! I enjoy meeting people, reading, blogging, watching sports, and fishing -- among other things.
The opinions you'll find here are mine alone. They do not necessarily express the views of my church, my Presbytery, my denomination, my family, my friends, or anyone else. The attempted humor you'll find here is definitely mine.
Bill Hayes
