Theology

As I offer supply preaching, it felt important to explain my theology. I am a Christian and believe we are all children of a God who loves us.

1. I believe in an afterlife: heaven and hell.

2. I believe in the sanctity of marriage: between two people who love and honor each other, regardless of race or creed or gender or type of spiritual belief in God.

3. I believe God has many names.

4. I believe as children of God, we are called to love one another – with respect – always.

5. I believe if a relationship is abusive or unhealthy, a divorce can be a blessing for all.

6. I do not believe God causes bad things to happen or that God wants us to suffer.

7. I believe God gave humans a free will.

8. Humans make mistakes and their consequences affect us and others.

9. We are all sinners.

10. When bad things happen, I believe God walks with us and often carries us.

11. I believe God sends us angels and guides when we are most in need.

12. I believe in daily prayer; and it is critical to wait and listen for God’s response; and thank God for blessings given. I believe music to God is so powerful, it is like praying twice, maybe more!

    In prayers it is important to understand God often has a tremendous sense of humor, especially when we plan without God’s input. 

    In youth ministry, we often teach children and youth to have a Plan A, B or C or ... In the pandemic, it often feels like: Plan D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K … 

    It is so important to try to laugh through our tears, AND it is always ok to have a strong conversation with God when we are angry or frustrated with God.