Category Archives: Spirituality

Of Specks and Logs

Posted on August 9, 2017 by S. Eric Jackson

A well-meaning soul shared a thought the other day with her social media friends. The thought, in the form of a meme, carried the message, “Worry about your own sin. I promise you won’t be asked about mine.” Of course, … Continue reading →

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A Hardened Heart

Posted on July 26, 2017 by S. Eric Jackson

As promised, this piece will deal with the question, “Why did God harden Pharaoh’s heart?” For the purpose of clarity, it is important to remember Pharaoh’s is not the only heart that God hardened or allowed to be hardened.  In … Continue reading →

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Of Satisfaction and Yearning

Posted on June 28, 2017 by S. Eric Jackson

Some might find it absurd if a pastor mentioned the Rolling Stones in a sermon. Unless of course, he needed an example of the wages of sin and excess. One look at Mick Jagger’s face is all one needs to … Continue reading →

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Of Curses and Euphemisms

Posted on May 3, 2017 by S. Eric Jackson

One of this writer’s seminary professors covered euphemisms as part of his lecture on the Third Commandment.1 The commandment states, “You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain, for the Lord will not hold him … Continue reading →

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A Question of Courage

Posted on April 19, 2017 by S. Eric Jackson

One of my favorite non-Christian talk radio hosts is Dennis Prager.  Dennis, for those who are not familiar with him, is what some might call an observant Jew.  That is he keeps Jewish traditions, is a recognized Jewish scholar and … Continue reading →

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Noticeable Change?

Posted on April 4, 2017 by S. Eric Jackson

People complain. Some complain a lot, and some complain a little. No matter the frequency, everyone complains. Even those shaking their heads as they read this muttering, “I never complain,” complain at times. It is part of the human condition, … Continue reading →

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Faith in People

Posted on March 28, 2017 by S. Eric Jackson

A friend posted this recently on FB. By friend, I mean someone I actually know and see in person at times. We’ve even done some ministry work together, and I have a great deal of respect for him. Still, as … Continue reading →

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Saltwater Gospel?

Posted on August 4, 2016 by S. Eric Jackson

Inspiration is a strange beast. One never knows what will cause it to catch one’s attention. At times, it seems to spring out of nowhere and grab one by the throat like a lion. At other times, it slips up … Continue reading →

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Which Jesus?

Posted on June 14, 2016 by S. Eric Jackson

In “Whose Jesus” AnOldSinner discussed the idea that many people are seeking their personal interpretation of Jesus instead of the Jesus found in the Holy Bible. While the thought of people seeking an image of Jesus meeting their personal expectations … Continue reading →

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What! Me Worry

Posted on May 11, 2016 by S. Eric Jackson

AnOldSinner’s church pride’s itself on being “Monday morning relevant.” That means messages from the pulpit are designed to give congregants information they can use to live in the world while focusing on their relationship with Christ. One way to accomplish … Continue reading →

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