“The doctrine of justification functions to inform proclamation not to be the subject of proclamation.” Mary Jane Haemig.

“There are three things, which if a man does not know he cannot live in the world; what is too much for him, what is too little for him, and what is just right for him.” Swahili proverb.

“To describe the matter acurately: the distinction must be maintained between our nature, as it was created and preserved by God and in which sin resides, and original sin, which resides in our nature. According to Holy Scriptures, both propositions must and can be considered, taught, and believed as distinct from each other.” The Book Of Concord.

“We need a degree of critical realism in theology.” Mark Batterson.

“Social entrepreneurs are not content just to give a fish or teach how to fish. They will not rest until they have revolutionized the fishing industry.” Bill Drayton, CEO, chair and founder of Ashoka.

Zach de la Rocha, it’s good to have you back.

“I often push farther than I believe. It’s necessary in order for us to see our embedded theological constructs.”

“Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge.” This is my prayer for this week.

“The more certain people are about something (usually a belief), the more violent they will be in their response.”

“Our biggest mistake (in the church) is that we think that spiritual leaders and organizational leaders are the same thing… They are not!”