Comments for Performing the Faith

Comment on A Saint… by Liana

Liana — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 21:50:10 +0000

i laughed at this for soooooo long!

Comment on Thoughts on Phyllis Tickle’s The Great Emergence by Craig

Craig — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 16:18:46 +0000

Tickle’s book, and in fact a lot of her work, has become central in the adult teaching I have been leading at my church. I believe, very strongly, that we stand on the precipice of a new age. I found that Tickle both in her book, and at a workshop that I attended led by her, put many pieces together to me.

I feel that she is a modern-day prophet. I agree, read this book. Then read it again.

Thanks for the great summary and review. I will be referring to it as I lead my last session on How Christianity is Changing and Why.

Comment on Thoughts on Phyllis Tickle’s The Great Emergence by Ben Simpson

Ben Simpson — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 23:34:34 +0000

Thanks Curt. I agree with your suspicion of Tickle’s interpretive grid, more so after a year’s worth of reflection. I still think the book is worth reading, however, and I’m sure you will be someone whose critical eye can discern both the strengths and weaknesses of Tickle’s argument. We need more readers like you.

Comment on Robert H. Schuller Pulls the Plug on Son, Robert A. Schuller :: Hour of Power Seeks New Face by Curt Gesch

Curt Gesch — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:54:43 +0000

Dynasties, attempted or achieved, are dangerous.

Comment on Thoughts on Phyllis Tickle’s The Great Emergence by Curt Gesch

Curt Gesch — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:48:24 +0000

I’m a little suspicious of cyclical views of history (if that’s what the author is talking about). The short review is helpful; I’ll read the book.

Comment on The Bleeding God :: Thoughts on Daniel Bell’s “God Does Not Require (or Demand) Blood” by Michaela Stephens

Michaela Stephens — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 04:04:01 +0000

Thinking of it as “God demands blood” confuses the issue, I think. A better way to look at it is that God demands justice, demands that sin be paid for with a punishment. Jesus suffered and died–gave Himself as a sacrifice–to satisfy the demands of justice. He didn’t HAVE to suffer if He didn’t want to. He was completely innocent and righteous. He willingly gave Himself because He loved us.

Our repentance activates His sacrifice on our behalf. We sacrifice a broken heart and a contrite spirit. Animal sacrifice in ancient Israel was meant to point the hearts of the people to the future sacrifice that Christ would make on their behalf. It was supposed to help them have faith in the Messiah (Christ). It was to be done away once Christ fulfilled His mission.

Comment on I miss the old Facebook. by Alina

Alina — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 21:51:30 +0000

I miss the old facebook, too. My biggest problem is that anyone can join now. Heck, both my parents are on fb… even though I love them both and have nothing to hide, it’s still weird how they can see what goes on in my life. It sucks =(

Comment on Arcade Fire: Intervention by sandrar

sandrar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:09:30 +0000

Hi! I was surfing and found your blog post… nice! I love your blog. Cheers! Sandra. R.

Comment on Precision, Truth, Humor, and Conviction :: Thank You, Stanley Hauerwas by Jim

Jim — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:03:18 +0000

Excellent post, Ben. Thank you.

Comment on 40 Days of Prayer for United Methodist Campus Ministries by Ashlee Alley

Ashlee Alley — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:47:40 +0000

Thanks, Ben, for writing about this on your blog! Creighton and I have said many times how much we appreciated your service for the prayer initiative in May. We have already seen God at work in the compiliation of the prayers for Campus Ministry and can hardly wait until Monday. Thanks again!