The Day Jesus Cursed The Fig Tree

“On the next day, when they had left Bethany, He became hungry. Seeing at a distance a fig tree in leaf, He went to see if perhaps He would find anything on it; and when He came to it, He found nothing but leaves, for it was not the season for figs. He said to it,...

What's Next at Sylvania U?

The “Why Do We Recite the Apostles’ Creed” course is up, running, and off to a strong start. You can still register for that course here. What is next at Sylvania U? It will take a little time, and it might be rolled out in phases, but the next big...

Because He Is An Idiot…

“But I tell you that every careless word that people speak, they shall give an accounting for it in the day of judgment. For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.” Jesus (from Matthew 12:36-37) So, Who Is The Idiot?...

Re-evaluating Success and Failure

Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no activity or planning or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol where you are going.” Ecclesiastes 9:10 The Guilty Burden of the Success Syndrome Most people, but 21st century Americans in...