Every once in a while, someone gives you the great gift of feedback – thoughtful, constructive, and timely.  It happened this week when a friend said, “You don’t preach the gospel.”

I’ve been meaning to write this blog for a couple of weeks, but I’ve been too busy.  No, that’s not it.  I’ve been trying to become unbusy.

As Jesus looks at his church today, I think he’s sad. But maybe not for the reason you think.

Choosing a church can be hazardous to your spiritual health.  This column will offer some reflections and suggestions to make a healthy choice.  Hint:  I’m not going to suggest you find the church that is “right for you.”

(The reflections below were published in the Hickory Daily Record June 4, 2011.)
I have loved two brides in my life.  Only one of them is mine.