While visiting one of my favorite, social hangouts earlier today, I came across the question: Why do conservatives think they own Christianity? I’ve wondered that sometimes myself – although my version isn’t painted with such a wide brush. No one should categorize “all conservatives” or “all Christians” in to such small boxes. I thought about the question for a bit… my thoughts are: I’ve often joked, calling myself an "extreme moderate" because I easily fit, […] Read the Full Article »
Dishing on Greedy Rockstar Preachers, Their McMansions & Jet Set Lifestyles
TV preachers with their McMansion style churches and homes, raking in millions of dollars every single year get under my skin. I’ve been very vocal about my personal distaste in plastic Christians and greedy preachers. Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve watched ministers like Jim Bakker and Kenneth Copeland pass the plate and hold out their televised hand urging faithful Christians to tithe generously in exchange for God answering their prayers and […] Read the Full Article »
Finding My Religion – The Journey Begins
Ever since I was pre-teen, I’ve wondered why there are so many religions, so many denominations, so many rules – when clearly, the Ten Commandments are relatively simple to follow. While I don’t remember who the minister was – I remember his words that resonated in my mind at a very early age. I recall the Sunday morning sermon placed emphasis on Philippians 2:12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as […] Read the Full Article »