Growing up on Dr. Seuss, “The Lorax” always spoke to me. As the story goes, an entrepreneur stumbles upon a beautiful forest. The trees grow fluffy tufts, but he sees something else: money. Soon, he is knitting their tufts into … Continue reading Christians and Environmentalism
“This one moreover shall be supported of the church which has chosen him, wherein he may be in need, so that he who serves the Gospel may live of the Gospel as the Lord has ordained.” Schleitheim Confession, Article 51 … Continue reading Paying our Pastors
At quarter till twelve, the rambling man of God wraps up his rambling message in front of a distracted, and slightly sleepy, congregation. The congregation rises for one final song and a closing prayer as faithfully as ever. Soon small … Continue reading Pastors and Potroast
The Movement Begins “Notice concerning baptism. Baptism shall be given to all those who have been taught repentance and the amendment of life and [who] believe truly that their sins are taken away through Christ, and to all those who … Continue reading Baptism
Anabaptist culture Each year, four million tourists visit Holmes County, Ohio to observe the unique people known as Amish. As a Mennonite and one who lives in the area, I see it all firsthand. It seems that anything and everything … Continue reading Worth Dying For
