Its a common occurrence within many evangelical's holiday experiences. The Evangelical will be checking out at his/or her local store, purchasing gifts and items associated with this specific time of year, and the store clerk will say, "Happy Holidays!". Here lies the problem. As a believer, should one feel offended or offer the obligatory "Merry … Continue reading What’s in a name?
christianity
The Vote…
Life is constantly pulling at each individual. Pulling in many directions at the same time. Sometimes it becomes difficult to tell which direction is right and which way to avoid. Sometimes the circumstances that are shaping the world shape us as individuals. I had a discussion this morning about christianity and the concept of being … Continue reading The Vote…
I Apologize (Part II)
Confession from the church? It sounds backwards. For years confession took place within the church not from the church. I introduced you or reminded you of a story that Donald Miller gives in his book Blue Like Jazz. I remember when I read that specific part being completely shocked. The idea that christians were apologizing … Continue reading I Apologize (Part II)
a state of prayer
Over the last few days I have been involved in quite a few conversations about prayer. In the college ministry I attend, Adelphia Ministries, we had a discussion about what prayer is and how we use prayer. In my own devotions this week and recently I have thought quite a bit about my own prayer … Continue reading a state of prayer
another day another story
there has been a feeling of content in my life lately. sure many people would see this as a good thing. in fact, i am not convinced it is a bad thing but i have grown tired of the feeling. i have had many good things take place recently. Things such as family vacations, bachelor … Continue reading another day another story
Jesus wept
Next Sunday is easter sunday. The day we are supposed to celebrate the resurrection of Christ. I was reading through Luke about the time in Jesus' life between the triumphant entry and the crucifixion. One passage stood out to me more than any other. The reason is probably due to the fact that I have … Continue reading Jesus wept
unstoppable force…
i am currently sitting in my hotel down the orlando florida. the place of mickey mouse and magic, universal and IOA, hard rock and the largest/coolest/most amazing mcdonalds of all time. that is where i am. i am here for a youth pastors summit. we have been able to hear from some amazing men who … Continue reading unstoppable force…
self help
i am the worlds largest critic. obviously i could never truly know if i am but i feel this way. i criticize almost everything that occurs in my life. sometimes i do it on purpose and then other times i just do it cause it feels natural. i am sure i am not alone in … Continue reading self help
yellow
i am sitting in the sanctuary just listening to "yellow" by coldplay and the newer version by jem. im looking for a job. im praying for a job. and im starting to adopt the mind set of poor ryan, you have no money and life is out to get you. so i decided to spend … Continue reading yellow
connection:
what is it about being connected to something that triggers my emotions? why is it that in order for me to get any fulfillment out of things i have to be connected first? is this wrong? i recently read a friend asking for some theories on why the "20 somethings" are being unreached by churches … Continue reading connection:
Ryan Frontz 