Archive for May, 2008

Resources for talking about God and the things of God

Posted May 13th, 2008 by Mike Hubbard

I mentioned that I would publish a blog with some suggested resources for families as they seek to engage their kids in spiritual conversations. I cannot tell you how much I believe that the primary place for the spiritual formation of children and teens should be the home. The church is here to [...]

Devotion - Hosea 5

Posted May 12th, 2008 by Mike Hubbard

The story contained in the musical Phantom of the Opera revolves around a man whose heart and face have been disfigured, but whose music compels a young girl named Christine to follow him.  The Phantom gives her the gift of music and the opportunity to be a famous singer in exchange for her love.  Christine [...]

Article on Pentecost in the Post

Posted May 11th, 2008 by Mike Hubbard

Today is Pentecost, the celebration of the day that the Holy Spirit first came to dwell in Christians.  I was rather impressed with the article in this morning’s St. Louis Post Dispatch by religion writer, Tim Townsend on the topic (link here) . Thought you might like to read about this important celebration in the [...]

Talking about God and the things of God with your kids

Posted May 10th, 2008 by Mike Hubbard

Tomorrow morning I plan to preach out of the book of Malachi about parenting and leading children to believe the Gospel.  Let me tell you a few things I believe about the church’s involvement with children.  First, the Bible is clear that parents are the primary educators and pastors in the lives of their kids.  [...]

My denominational heritage - the environment, climate change, and stewardship

Posted May 9th, 2008 by Mike Hubbard

O.K., so I have to say that this is one of the times I am proud of the folks associated with my denominational heritage, Southern Baptists.  Most of the time, they are about 10 years behind important cultural issues, but I think they are in step with the concerns of our world right now.  In [...]