It was legendary. When I think about dramatic conversions, the story of Saul of Tarsus tops the list. No one expected it or saw it coming. Saul’s encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus radically changed his life. A primary persecutor of Christians becomes “The Way's” most proficient proclaimer! I've always thought it would be amazing to have a conversion story like that. (I often forget how everyone who turns towards Christ is an incredible, miraculous conversion.) But the more I think about it; I'm not sure if I would want that to happen to me - and how often I fight it when it does.

There’s an ideology sweeping our society that is a major obstacle to the gospel and to the witness of Christ’s bride. It has infiltrated how we educate our children and poses a significant issue for people of faith. If we don’t present a united front against it, it has the potential to damage our nation in ways that will affect generations to come. We’ve already been experiencing its effect. You might have heard of it, it’s known as CRT.

For what it’s worth, these thoughts are some things that I’ve been processing. These opinions are my own.

I feel a bit torn. In an earlier post, I described myself as an “evangelical.” I’m not sure how helpful a label that is anymore. Actually, I’m not sure I would call myself a “Christian.” Bear with me a moment; it’s not as provocative as it sounds.

Over the last several months, it's felt like the Church in America is experiencing a reformation of sorts. As I've been thinking about what this reformation moment might be about, here's a ticket to my train of thought. Welcome aboard.

I tend to overthink things. I think? And have the habit of regularly second-guessing myself. (Maybe.)

I say this in jest, but it is also true. (I've found no one ever really "jokes," it's usually an attempt at a "sideways truth," a way of saying what you actually think while hiding behind the safety of "humor.")