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Continue reading →: Thinking about Theology: IncarnationFrom the scholar: “The supreme mystery of the Christian faith is the incarnation, the union of God and man in the person of Jesus Christ. In the incarnation, God, who is beyond all understanding, took on human nature, experiencing the fullness of humanity, yet without sin. This act of divine…
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Continue reading →: Is Annihilationism Biblical?Of all the doctrines of the Christian faith that stump people, Hell is certainly at the top of the list. And, just to be sure, I understand it. Hell is difficult to think about, tough to ponder. The thought of anyone going to Hell makes me shudder. I don’t want…
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Continue reading →: One Day at a TimeI played a full round of golf recently for the first time in a while. (And boy does my body hurt!) It reminded me how much I love that game. I’m certainly biased—as I’ve been playing golf since I was six years old—but I believe golf is not only the…
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Continue reading →: Is it Consistent to be Pro-life and Pro-Death Penalty?One of the bigger criticisms of those who are pro-life is the supposed hypocrisy of also being pro-capital punishment. Whether the criticism is levied from someone on the far-left or in the mushy middle, the claim is made that it’s inherently hypocritical to be pro-life and pro-death penalty. Now, it’s…
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Continue reading →: Thinking about Theology: Divine SimplicityOnce in awhile I will write a “thinking about theology” post where I take a doctrine of the faith and explain it in three parts: (1) with an academic quote from a trusted theologian, (2) explain that in my own words, and (3) explain some ways it’s practical to our…
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Continue reading →: The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn SheepI can be a very stubborn person at times (my wife says, “Amen” to that). I’m hardheaded and want to do things my way, or think my opinion is correct, or don’t want to admit I was wrong. And if we admit it, we can all be this way (so…
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Continue reading →: The Bible SpeaksThe Bible is a book—or a collection of books—unlike any other. It is holy, set apart, other-worldly. Scripture is not just any ancient, historical document. There is far more to it than that. What makes the Bible different—what makes it holy!—is the Author. Holy Scripture is authored, ultimately, by God…
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Continue reading →: A Prayer of ThankfulnessHeavenly Father, Thank you for giving me life; for waking me up every morning, for putting air in my lungs. Help me to never forget that each breath I take is given directly from your providential hand. Help me, by your grace, to be aware of the fleeting nature of…
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Continue reading →: On DisappointmentI am what you would call a “ride or die” Minnesota Vikings fan. And, in case you’re wondering, “Why is a Viking in Minnesota?” let me help you out a bit. The Minnesota Vikings are a National Football League team (professional football) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They were once called the…
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Continue reading →: Snow Days, Sunsets, & CreationAs I write this, it is Saturday night. The last three days — including Saturday — have been long, but good. Lots and lots of snow — more than I’ve seen in a while — came to visit and we got hit with roughly eight inches. That’s really unheard of…
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Hello,
I’m Blake
I am a Christian who loves to write about the connection between theology and life. I am married to my wife, Shale, who is a special education teacher. We have been married for five years now. We have two little girls, Jovi and Piper, and they are wonderful. We also have a dog, Dundie–yes, for you people who love The Office, he is named after The Dundie Awards–who is crazy, hairy, but very sweet and rowdy.
I received my BS in Mass Communications from East Central University and did my MTS in Preaching and Pastoral Ministry at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
I am currently working for a philanthropic nonprofit organization, although it is an aspiration of mine to eventually be in ministry, Lord willing.
My wife and I are covenant members of Sovereign Grace Bible Church and have been for eight years now. We are richly blessed by our church.
