Monthly Archives: November 2009

Building Bridges With Our Muslim Neighbors

Posted on November 30, 2009 by John Armstrong

In a world where the fear of Muslims is very high most of us are not sure how to respond to the Muslims we meet from day-to-day. Increasingly Muslims live in our neighborhoods. You almost have to live in a … Continue reading →

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Christ Alone Is Without Sin

Posted on November 29, 2009 by John Armstrong

Article 15 of the 39 Articles of the Church of England says: "Christ in the truth of our nature was made like unto us in all things, sin only except, from which he was clearly void, both in his flesh, … Continue reading →

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Keep the BCS Out of Congress

Posted on November 28, 2009 by John Armstrong

There are many far more important issues for Congress to take up these days than the selection process by which college football decides who the number one football team is in America this season. With the release of the first … Continue reading →

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How Sweet It Is: Alabama Beats Auburn in a Classic Iron Bowl

Posted on November 27, 2009 by John Armstrong

Alabama vs. Auburn is very often a classic college football game. Today was no exception. Alabama was a heavy favorite, had a perfect season and had to play Auburn on the road. Auburn had two weeks to prepare and prepare … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Rivalries in College Football

Posted on November 27, 2009 by John Armstrong

Readers of my blog know I am a huge Alabama football fan. By now you can guess what I will be doing this afternoon since Alabama plays its biggest rival, Auburn, on national television. Whether you are a football fan … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving 2009

Posted on November 26, 2009 by John Armstrong

Thanksgiving Day clearly has its roots in the idea of a fall harvest festival. It was traditionally, and still is, a time to give thanks for both the harvest and for life in general. In the United States it still … Continue reading →

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Praying for the Acts of God to Continue in Our Time

Posted on November 25, 2009 by John Armstrong

The Book of Acts is very often misunderstood, like so much of the Bible. It is a unique book. It is actually a sequel to the Gospel of Luke and continues the narrative of the early church, from the ascension … Continue reading →

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Further Ecumenical-Missional Insight from My Friend Dr. Joe Schafer

Posted on November 24, 2009 by John Armstrong

Yesterday, I told you about my very good friend Dr. Joe Schafer, a frequent commenter on this blog spot. I also told you a bit about his ministry with University Bible Fellowship (UBF) at Penn State University. Joe continues to … Continue reading →

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Dr. Joe Schafer: A Friend Who Seeks to Model the Ecumenical-Missional Vision

Posted on November 23, 2009 by John Armstrong

Long-time readers of my blog know of my deep friendship with leaders and members of University Bible Fellowship. In July of this year I spoke to a regional UBF conference at James Madison University in Virginia. My host, and dear … Continue reading →

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What’s With the Mini-Dachshunds?

Posted on November 22, 2009 by John Armstrong

I am frequently asked, "What's with the miniature dachshunds in your personal photos?" The short answer is that the adorable pooch (on right in photo above) is our eight and half year-old dog Neo. (She was named Neo since she … Continue reading →

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