Monthly Archives: August 2010

MTD, A Subtle Seduction (fake teen Christians)

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Ron Amundson

This is a response to the CNN article on Teens Becoming Fake Christians, and the multitude of folks who shared the link to such on FB. I looked at a number of comments, and while there was not a ton … Continue reading →

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Proud but not2 Proud… Minnesotans, Sundays Gospel Reading and Genetics

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Ron Amundson

When I was reviewing todays Gospel reading last week. I was going whoa, how does this jibe with Minnesotans who consider it majorly uncool to sit at a place of honor… The whole proud but not too proud thing leans … Continue reading →

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Glenn Beck Rocks sort of…

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Ron Amundson

Glenn Beck is holding some interesting events this weekend, with Friday crossing more into the faith domain than Saturday, but no doubt his faith will permeate both events, as it also does in his radio show. One can learn a … Continue reading →

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Too many pastors?

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Ron Amundson

Egads, I know tons of pastors without churches… and sadly, in the future, it seems even more are likely to find themselves in that position. I also know there are kazillions of unmet needs, and where it might be good … Continue reading →

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Eisegesis to Go, Idol Tipping

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Ron Amundson

Some months ago*, nearly everywhere I turned ideology triumphed scripture, its insanity^6. Interesting issues were marriage, a kingdom of God excluding the earth, capitalism, and unicorns. As far as what Paul wrote in 1 Cor 7 on marriage, a fellow … Continue reading →

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On the Mosque Deal

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Ron Amundson

Wow, talk about diversity of opinions within Christian society as concerns whether the Mosque should be built in proximity to the WTC site. It is a good thing that most Christian’s on both sides of the debate agree that constitutionally … Continue reading →

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Vengeance is mine says the Lord… but we dont want to give it up

Posted on August 21, 2010 by Ron Amundson

Cardinal Keith O’Brien stated “”there still exists in very many parts of the USA, if not nationally, an attitude towards the concept of justice, which can only be described as a ‘culture of vengeance’.” I think he is right on … Continue reading →

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Does the ELCA believe in Universalism?

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Ron Amundson

Is the ELCA universalists [sic]? was a question I was asked on twitter last weekend. And the answer I tweeted back was “no, but its fairly easy to misinterpret our theology in such a fashion, Braaten explains it well here … Continue reading →

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Men’s Ministry Sucks and the Gender Ratio, An Idea

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Ron Amundson

The concept, rethinking the believe, behave, belong model. First of all, lets take a look at Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. I’m doing this, not to examine gender, but more so how they acted, and some underlying traits. Luke 10:38-42 38Now … Continue reading →

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Online Sermons Things to Consider

Posted on August 14, 2010 by Ron Amundson

The guys over at oldworship new had a fascinating post on the use of new media in worship, and were asking for feedback as concerns online sermons. As I commented over there, I think they are a great thing, and … Continue reading →

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