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ethics

Pentecostal fire

by Shannon Mimbs on August 2, 2009 · 4 comments

in Christian Living,Church,Love,ethics

I was talking with a friend recently about issues of denominations, interdenominational fellowships, non-denominational congregations and the like.  We were discussing the benefits and possible detriments of each.  This conversation took place on the heels of a project that I’ve been working on in 1 and 2 Corinthians. Throughout the Corinthian correspondence, the author, Paul, [...]

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Allergy Musings

by Shannon Mimbs on April 28, 2009 · 2 comments

in Christian Living,Church,Testimony,ethics

I‘ve been fighting this allergy / sinus funk for several days now.  This morning I broke down and went to the doctor.  Sure enough, I’m allergic to nearly everything that is out and about for the next month or so (living in Pollen, AL).  Got some nose spray, antibiotics, antihistamine/decongestant and a steroid shot.  Hope [...]

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Christianity without Christ

by Shannon Mimbs on April 15, 2009 · 2 comments

in Christian Living,Church,Discipleship,Jesus Christ,Salvation,Theology,Traditions,Witness,ethics

I would like to unpack a bit further the issue of our last post (Sunday-Monday divide).  I appreciate the comments shared thus far.  The replies have been very helpful.  Sonny brought out a good point concerning the transition that occurred in the church’s identity during and after the time of Constantine.  For those who are [...]

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What we really teach…

by Shannon Mimbs on February 10, 2009 · 4 comments

in Church,Discernment,Discipleship,Education,Faith,Family,Jesus Christ,Love,Parents,Traditions,Witness,ethics

Recently, I read a thought-provoking article by John Ortberg called, “Your Hidden Curriculum,” found in the winter 2009 volume of Leadership Journal (a good journal I might add that can be found at Barnes & Noble). Below the title, Ortberg asks – “What do people learn from you about the Christian life?  Sometimes it’s what [...]

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