Pastor Notes #15 — A Theology of Sex

A Theology of Sex Rev. Gary A. Chorpenning We live in an age of sexual confusion.  I suspect it might be possible to make the argument that human beings have lived in sexual confusion ever since the Fall in to sin described in Genesis 3. Forty-one years ago the Presbyterian church produced “The Confession of … Continue reading Pastor Notes #15 — A Theology of Sex

Prayer Notes #8

The following is an excerpt from much longer piece that I edited and updated from a classic manual of piety from  early seventeenth century England.  Feel free to make use of this in any way that will be helpful to the body of Christ.  Two requests:  mention where your got it and don't make money … Continue reading Prayer Notes #8

Prayer Notes #7

A Reflection on Matthew 27:24-31 What kind of king are you, Lord Jesus?  Just when I think I’m beginning to understand your kingship, some new facet shifts into my view, and I am again swept up into wonder and amazement, confusion and mystification. You are the Creator of all things, all majestic vistas that we … Continue reading Prayer Notes #7

Prayer Notes #6–Choosing to Hear

My Lord, how you work in faithful purposefulness!  You give me a heart that is able to listen.  You intentionally choose to place me where I can be of use.  Though, all too often I fail to pay attention.  The failure is in my attentiveness, my alertness, not in the clarity of your voice.  You … Continue reading Prayer Notes #6–Choosing to Hear