One of the events I’m late in commenting on is the whole mess with Ted Haggard. By now you all know about Ted — who he is, what he did, etc. (If not click on his name for the link to a Wiki Pedia article.)
What is there to say about the whole [...]
Easter is the most important day in the Christian year — the day we celebrate the new life we have because of the resurrection of Christ.
I offer this prayer — a responsive prayer for Easter — from The Book Of Common Worship of the Presbyterian Church, USA:
O Christ, in your resurrection, the heavens [...]
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 the [...]
I got the following comment to my post: About Pat from Seth Manapeo, who I presume read the post as a part of the latest GOD or NOT Carnival.
I’m confused by your god. The old testament god was certainly vengeful and full of wroth, if wroth is the word I want. It is certainly claimed [...]
As I read today’s entry in the Presbyterian Church (USA) Mission Yearbook I was reminded that this week is the Week Of Prayer For Christian Unity.
Christian unity is important. In fact, it is vital if we are to truly follow Christ — who calls us to love God, love others, and work for the expression [...]
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
