During the months of November and December we hear a lot about Jesus’ birth. We seldom mention it during the other ten months of the year, but during the Advent and Christmas season we are treated to a seemingly non-stop retelling of the awesome event. I don’t imagine I can bring any new insights to [...]
Tag: Adventive Cross Cultural Initiatives
Pre-hydrate!
I've just returned from the coast of South Carolina, where the air temperatures mixed with the heat index made it feel like 110 degrees. Stiflingly hot temps in addition to sky-high dew points made you feel like you were maybe a little crazy to venture out from under the comfort of air conditioning. People flocked [...]
The Glory of the Cross, March 2010
The Glory of the Cross The cross of Calvary is a profound mystery, even for Christians. It’s hard for us to decide how to respond to it since we’re both repelled by and drawn to it. Its ability to transform anyone—even the world’s vilest sinner—places it in a category all by itself. Nothing the world [...]