Monthly Archives: February 2013

Goodnight And Good Luck

So, even though I’m going to bed about an hour later than I wanted to, because I (perhaps foolishly) insisted in finishing a book and a book review first, I am off to bed. Tomorrow morning I have to get … Continue reading

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I’ll See You At The Big Game

So, earlier this week I made a rant about why all of these advertisers are calling the Super Bowl “The Big Game” even though it is patently obvious (or at least should be) what “big game” is being referred to. … Continue reading

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An Uncertain Dance

Today the Portland-area congregation where I attend services had a family dance. Despite the fact that I danced exactly twice (with two people who had differently spelled versions of the same name, ironically enough), given the fact that there was … Continue reading

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When Greek Minds Try To Understand Hebrew Texts

Some time ago, I wrote on the difference between Greek and Hebrew ways of thinking [1], which would be handy to read before looking at this entry as it explains the point of view that I am coming from. In … Continue reading

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The Book Of Life

Suddenly, without any warning, Moses refers to the Book of Life in Exodus 32:30-34, in the context of the sin of Israel with the Golden Calf: “Now it came to pass on the next day that Moses said to the … Continue reading

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Book Review: Stumbling On Open Ground

Stumbling On Open Ground: Love, God, Cancer, and Rock ‘n’ Roll, by Ken Mansfield [Note: This book was provided free of charge by Booksneeze in exchange for an honest review. This has not affected my review in any way.] Though … Continue reading

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Road Tripping

Those who know me well understand that I’m someone who likes to have a bit of time to prepare for trips, but recent months have not been kind when it comes to such matters, and I have had to arrange … Continue reading

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