Monthly Archives: January 2010

Patience with God: Faith for People Who Don’t Like Religion (or Atheism) by Frank Schaeffer I ordered this book from amazon today.  I am eager to receive it.  I joined a book club.  I thought it would take me beyond my typical reading, which has proven true.  I have already read our February book, so I am ready to read some of my own choosing. Here I come religion and biographies–True Compass by Ted Kennedy is waiting to be finished as well. Social Bookmarking

“They were under the heel of the French. You know, Napoleon III, or whatever. And they got together and swore a pact to the devil. They said, we will serve you if you’ll get us free from the French. True story. And so, the devil said, okay it’s a deal.”  Pat Robertson Must we imply that if there is hardship, poverty, war, illness–God must not be there.  Are all the wealthy, successful people finding favor with God?   Do earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding mean… Continue reading →

My doubt through the Christmas season was strong.  I felt so much doubt, I meet with my Sunday School Teacher to talk about it over coffee.  He was not surprised, I had alluded to some of my questioning in class.  The odd thing about me is that I LOVE church and have no interest in leaving.  It is pretty amazing since I doubt so much of the time.  In my December struggle, I was given this perspective which gave me comfort. Faith always includes uncertainty… Continue reading →