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2016-12-16T09:55:05-06:00

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“The God beyond God.”

Last updated on: December 16, 2016 at 9:55 am By Jeff Hood

“The God beyond God.” Paul Tillich’s infamous conception of God has long marinated in my heart. I’ve dreamed of the God beyond religion and occasionally touched something more. Tillich is not alone in his estimations of God. In 36:26, Job declares, “Surely God is great, and we do not know him…” The unknowability of God is an important part of true faith. If we were to have complete knowledge of God, there would be no reason for belief…we would just... Read more

2016-12-15T18:16:11-06:00

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Pray for Dylann Roof

Last updated on: December 15, 2016 at 6:16 pm By Jeff Hood

Earlier today, a jury found Dylann Roof guilty of killing 9 people at the Mother Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church. An avowed white supremacist, Roof admitted that he killed the churchgoers because they were black. Seeking to ignite a race war, Roof wanted to be a savior for white people. Now, the punishment phase of the trial will determine whether or not Roof faces the death penalty. For the first few months, I prayed daily for the victims... Read more

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2016-12-14T10:22:59-06:00

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The Death of Truth

Last updated on: December 14, 2016 at 10:22 am By Jeff Hood

Throughout the last few months, numerous leaders in our country have made wild claims that have been proven to have no grounding in reality. There is also the proliferation of fake news that has motivated numerous people to do a variety of things. All around us untruths are taken as fact. Those who challenge these claims are considered dangerous enemies worthy of violent reprisals. Take the case of Edgar Welch. After reading a fake news story claiming that Hillary... Read more

2016-12-13T17:43:34-06:00

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His Name is Francisco Serna

Last updated on: December 13, 2016 at 5:43 pm By Jeff Hood

On Monday night, a 73-year-old grandfather suffering from dementia named Francisco Serna made a lethal decision…he decided to go for an evening walk. Somewhere near the 7900 block of Silver Birch Avenue, Serna came in contact with a police officer. Thinking he had a gun, the officer shot Serna 9 times. After the incident, no gun was found. Where was God in the midst of such tragedy? I believe that God was right there with Francisco Serna. I believe... Read more

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2016-12-13T11:55:18-06:00

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War Crimes in Aleppo: Do Something!

Last updated on: December 13, 2016 at 11:55 am By Jeff Hood

I spent this morning watching videos from people in Aleppo. Person after person repeated the same message, I am going to die and this is going to be my last video. People are being slaughtered in the streets. Blood runs down the sidewalk. People can’t get out. In the midst of unbelievable suffering, the regime of Bashar al-Assad keeps killing. What are we to do? When these atrocities take place, I often hear people talk about their inability... Read more

2016-12-13T11:03:57-06:00

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Christmas Everywhere

Last updated on: December 13, 2016 at 11:03 am By Jeff Hood

When we arrived home last night, we placed presents under the tree. The kids were really excited. After some persuading, we were able to get them to bed. Early this morning, we were awoken with shouts of, “It’s Christmas!” We rushed downstairs to find all of the presents opened. Oscillating between frustration and laughter, I stopped to remember that Christmas is not defined by one day…Christmas is everywhere. I wonder what it would be like for us to... Read more

2016-12-12T11:35:57-06:00

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The Absence of God

Last updated on: December 12, 2016 at 11:35 am By Jeff Hood

The air was unusually cold for November. My nose was running and my eyes were watering. Nevertheless, I wanted to kiss her goodbye. I knocked on the back window. I could see her sitting in her chair. Slowly, she moved toward the sliding glass door. Eventually, we got it open. I gave her a hug and kissed her on the cheek. When we briefly saw some bad news on the television, my grandmother declared, “We’re living in the end... Read more

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2016-12-06T18:43:21-06:00

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Missing Dreams

Last updated on: December 6, 2016 at 6:43 pm By Jeff Hood

Have you ever missed a dream? You woke up before it started. You tried to catch it. It was gone. For the rest of your life, you’re left to wonder about that dream. Dreams we meet in waking hours are like that too. We think that life can be better. We close our eyes. We miss it. We have to go where they are. We have to figure out how to catch our dreams. Amen. Read more

2016-12-06T18:44:55-06:00

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Allahu Akhbar

Last updated on: December 6, 2016 at 6:44 pm By Jeff Hood

I was surprised by the words. Since I’m not a Muslim, I’m not in places where people say “Allahu Akhbar” often. After the owner of an Iranian restuarant I frequent declared “Allahu Akhbar,” he told me that was trying to remind me that God is greater. I was very moved. On the way home, I found myself repeatedly muttering,”Allahu Akhbar.” I believe that God is greater. Don’t you? This Sunday, I think every church should open worship with the... Read more

2016-12-06T18:44:38-06:00

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Voices of Love: At the Execution of Barney Fuller

Last updated on: December 6, 2016 at 6:44 pm By Jeff Hood

Voices of Love Have you ever heard voices? I hear them all. There are a particular set that are haunting. I hear them saying a variety of things. “I’m innocent.” “Please God!” “Forgive me.” “Why are you killing me?” The voices are too real to be fake. I saw the horrible crime. Barney Fuller walked next door and killed his neighbors. I hear them too. “Please, don’t kill for us.” “God’s love is enough.” “Stop!” Even... Read more

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