Thoughts on Life and Worship

  I am a “middle-child,” the youngest of three brothers with a sister five years behind me.   It’s in my nature to negotiate and try to get along.   I suppose that’s why I get so easily disheartened by the polarized culture in which we find ourselves today.   The lack of civility and courtesy seems most often apparent on social media where you can say whatever you want without the threat of getting smacked in the face.   Because I am very interested in cultural matters, I will read and occasionally comment on a post that is political in nature.   I am rarely encouraged by the feedback that I receive.   I often wonder why I even bother to engage.   Let me share where I’m coming from… When offering my thoughts regarding cultural or political matters (theological matters as well), I state them as my opinion rather than fact.   The use of “IMO” (in my opinion) can be very helpful in diffusing heat in a political discussion, allowing it to continue between differing viewpoints with a me