by bradhuebert | Dec 30, 2012 | evaluation, Faith, geek, Uncategorized
Making New Years resolutions is a great idea. That said, most New Years resolutions never come to pass, for one simple reason: They’re built on the fluff of wishful thinking instead of the rock of thoughtful evaluation. New Years resolutions are baked into our...
by bradhuebert | Dec 24, 2012 | Christmas, Faith, family, geek, Jesus Christ, parenting, theology, Uncategorized
My biggest issue with Santa Claus is simple. But before I critique the bulging philanthropist, let me defend him for a minute. Really. Because I think most Christians attack him unfairly. Most Christians’ biggest issue with Santa Claus Here it is: Santa Claus...
by bradhuebert | Dec 21, 2012 | conflict, Faith, geek, Jesus Christ, struggles, theology, Uncategorized
Today marks the end… of the end of the world. Every time a date comes and goes without an apocalypse, rapture, or cataclysm, the world becomes numb to the possibility of the real thing. Apocalypse? What apocalypse? The end will certainly come, but the Gospel of...
by bradhuebert | Dec 19, 2012 | geek, movies, Uncategorized
Last night I saw Peter Jackson’s highly anticipated film, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. Shuffling out into the lobby afterwards, Shauna remarked, “You’re disappointed, aren’t you?” And I was. But maybe disappointed isn’t the...
by bradhuebert | Dec 18, 2012 | Faith, geek, Jesus Christ, movies, Presence of God, Uncategorized
There are two kinds of strength in the spiritual life: Human strength and divine strength. It’s critical that you learn to embrace and experience both kinds. Human Strength Human strength is everywhere. Books, television, gaming, movies—they’re all built...
by bradhuebert | Dec 12, 2012 | church, evaluation, evangelism, Faith, geek, social media, technology, theology
When most people think innovation, they think technology—Google Glass, augmented reality, sliced bread. But God wants us to grow an innovative faith that invigorates us and changes the world. The alternative is a stale faith, so here are seven tips to get you started...