Archive for September, 2008

The Simplicity Beyond Complexity

I just received this note from David McAlister-Wilson at Wesley Theological Seminary…
Adam, I wanted to pass on a quote from Oliver Wendall Holmes that I use to articulate the goal of good theological education.  Your seeing gray puts me in mind of it:  “I wouldn’t give a fig for the simplicity this side of complexity; […]

America’s Economic Heart Attack

This week I was in Washington, D.C. speaking to various groups on my new book, Seeing Gray.  I was staying a few blocks from the White House where both presidential hopefuls met with the President and senior leaders of congress to try to work out a plan to avoid a financial disaster.  While writing this […]

All About Dung

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Everyday life can be like a challenging race. Are you equipped to compete? Are you training everyday? Do you have a guide? Join us to learn how you can use tools including the scriptures and prayer to help you “Stay the Course” and win the race!

The Watering Hole

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Africas wild animal kingdom is fascinating! Youll gain a greater understanding of yourself and your spiritual life by studying these creatures, from elephants to termites. Learn how animals live together and take care of one another. See how their lives are interconnected, and why they thrive in their unique habitats. And find out […]

Seeing Gray the Video

Last week a new video small group study was released based upon my book, Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White.  It includes five 15 to 19 minute video segments designed to promote meaningful discussion.  It also includes a leaders guide.  The videos were drawn from a series of sermons I preached earlier […]

Thoughts About God and the Andromeda Galaxy

On a recent clear night I was stargazing with my telescope (an 8″ Meade LX90) and began to focus on the Andromeda Galaxy.  For some reason I’ve been unable to stop thinking about the experience, or at least my reflections on it, since.
The Andromeda Galaxy is our closest galactic neighbor - it is the nearest […]

Leaving the Tar Road

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How would you describe your spiritual journey? Do you play it safe, or do you step out into the wild? What if your spiritual life could be more like a thrilling adventure, with discoveries along the way that challenge, surprise, and amaze youlike a safari through Gods wild kingdom? Learn how to make […]

CommUnity Sunday

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St. James United Methodist Church and The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, two of the Kansas City areas largest churches, will unite for worship on Labor Day weekend, celebrating the unity of the Body of Christ and the diversity of the Kingdom of God.
Three of the metro areas most dynamic pastors, […]

Wild Kingdom Promo

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