by Rohadi | Sep 11, 2014 | Church & Spirituality
in the world but not of… A common ‘us vs. them’ term used in the Christian lexicon is living in the ‘fallen’ world while simultaneously striving to resist the tempting allure the world has to offer. This kind of religion dominates our... by Rohadi | Jun 10, 2014 | Church & Spirituality
Our last gathering at The House Coffee Sanctuary before our move to a location yet to be determined was so fitting because it took place on the traditional day of Pentecost. (We read these two pieces of scripture when we gathered Psalm 103:25-35; Acts 2:1-21.) The... by Rohadi | May 13, 2014 | Church & Spirituality
When it comes to giving I’m the worst. Regardless of what it is for someone in need, a bed, winter coats, cash, a ham….I tend to do a personal inventory on what I have. First, I think of what I have that I use, then I think of my backups (my emergency... by Rohadi | Apr 28, 2014 | Church & Spirituality
Here are some thoughts from someone in our church. What would you add? A place that sees itself as a place second, and the hands and feet of Jesus first. A place where the modus operandi is “go and tell”, not “come and see”. A place where doubts and discussion are... by Rohadi | Apr 15, 2014 | Church & Spirituality
Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:1-17 As we reflect and prepare for Easter we go back to the start of the Passion week to transport our recollection of the moments of the first Easter. (For a more studious look at the political climate during this time read NT Wright on Palm... by Rohadi | Mar 17, 2014 | Church & Spirituality
We are now in the Lenten season where Christians celebrate 40 days (not including Sundays) before Easter. The spiritual exercise returns us to the story of Jesus in the desert during the 40 days of temptation (Matthew 4). This past weekend our worship gathering... by Rohadi | Feb 10, 2014 | Church & Spirituality
When our church gathers we’re less heavy on preaching than traditional churches. We still have a form of it, but it only takes up a small portion of our overall worship time. These past couple of months different sermons have struck me in profound ways that I... by Rohadi | Jan 23, 2014 | Church & Spirituality
Why is it if you’re under 40 you tend to be more migratory than previous generations? Perhaps it’s a response to globalization, perhaps it’s a response to our inability to remain content when we stay in one place too long. There exists a conundrum... by Rohadi | Oct 29, 2013 | Church & Spirituality
Busyness seems to be a measurement of success. ‘More’ is attributed to success (when it’s work it’s usually connected to more money). Idleness is almost seen as a negative, idle hands get into trouble after all. That’s why our kids are... by Rohadi | Mar 21, 2013 | Church & Spirituality
Ever think what you’d do if you won? Come on, you’ve daydreamed about it before, probably even today. I’m doing it now…. Why is it that the things we daydream of are just that—-things? What is it about more stuff gives us the illusion of power?...
