As we continue our conversations on God's role in the development of our life vision and purpose, it's important to address the real question of if we are simply engaging in wishful thinking about God's existence and guidance through the ups and downs of life. Isn't it just chaos; is there...
What a great conversation today, talking about marriage. As noted, one of the best things we can do, whether we're in a marriage or not, is to develop a healthy and true vision of what marriage should be. There are some great resources out there. I find Tim Keller's work honest and understanding...
This is perhaps the most succinct and helpful overview of what Jesus and His Scriptures say about sex. Definitely worth a look. The Gospel and Sex by Tim Keller
This seems like a strange question for some of us. Of course the answer is “yes”- anyone who would answer “no” must have a psychologically unhealthy view of the human experience! But consider the challenging words of Jesus: “You have heard that it was said...
Further Reflections on Divine Sex, Talk #2 I remember seeing a therapist while I was engaged with my now wife, plagued by the nagging question, “what if there’s someone better for me out there?” My therapist, more a seasoned mentor with years specializing in...
Further Reflections on Divine Sex: Talk #1 One of the claims in our first talk is that sex is a sign to a deeper, more pleasurable experience and relationship we are meant to have: the one we can have with God. This is a meditative prayer guide to help us begin to experience that reality. This...
Some helpful background information as we begin to read through and discuss this fascinating book in the Hebrew Scriptures. Who are the main characters? Historically, there have been two main ways to read and interpret Song of Songs. The first understands Solomon as the main male character...