After a recent denominational convention, Barry discusses denominations and our interaction with them. He gives what are reasons to leave, what arent reasons to leave, and reasons not to leave. Belie

A discussion of profanity ends this series about art and a Christian. The focus here is not on the moral impact of using profanity, but an invitation to see the person behind the behavior and to consi

Barry continues the conversation of art and the Christian, adding to it a surprising challenge when it comes to the profane. To provide a steppingstone for a jump that may feel uncomfortable, he adds

The bad news: there are times when things are so bad we can run out of words and faith. Good news: in those moments the Father, Christ, and his Spirit never run out of exactly what we need. Gods step

Barry moves from the nature and importance of art to our individual and shared experience of it. It is those vulnerable moments, when we are surprised by beauty, irony, or humor that can open our soul

Barry starts a new series about a Christian and art. In his description of art, he indicates that it is expressive, subtle, and relatable. Its that last element that allows for more than information

Barry heads to Psalm 75 for what seems to be a summary of a hundred other passages. In this case, we get a lesson on geography: while mountains and valleys may beautify the earths surface, they mar t

Barry covers Psalm 74 where we have significant grief coupled with significant hope. As you might imagine, we bring the grief to this equation and God the hope. We are also introduced to this strange

Barry leads us down Asaphs path (Psalm 73), as we embark on a journey fraught with confusion and envy, doubt and worry. Whats shocking is how common this journey is for believers and how welcoming G

Barry concludes his focus on Davids prayer for Solomon in Psalm 72. Our part to play in the Good News is both simple and challenging: look at Gods holiness, which is seen in his compassionate care f