Sheesh, arrogant, much? — It had been too long since Scott and I had sat and enjoyed the only two episodes of the animated Hellboy series, so we popped in the BluRay the other night. And it got us to discussing the nature of God, Himself, because what else could casually watching a Hellboy…

The moment I’ve been dreading for years finally arrived… After 10 years, I thought I’d be ready. I’ve stayed alert. I’ve rehearsed every possibility in my head a hundred times. I’ve done everything I thought I’d had to, and I should have been ready. Because I’ve never been sure of…

Results, Resources, and The Thrilling Conclusion! — Boy, a girl can ramble, can’t she? In the first episode, I talked about what tarot is and what you can realistically use it for, and why I’ve chosen to use it in my daily worship routine. We also made fun of Anselm, the Nazi necromancer, because no one likes…

How I use this ancient tool to hear the voice of The Living God — Content warning: this article discusses the use of tarot cards and allusions to necromancy, which might offend certain sensibilities. It also features illustrations including Satan, and a brief moment of Nazi imagery for the sole purpose of mocking the Nazis, because no one likes the Nazis. If you were a…

I’ve incorporated an ancient practice into a less ancient practice WITHOUT destroying my soul. Shocking…? — *Content warning: Satan, demon boobies, gods and goddesses from around the world, and a brief moment of Nazi imagery for the sole purpose of mocking the Nazis. What does any of this have to do with tarot cards? Read on to find out… I’m sure you’re tired of me reminding…

A rant about how the homebuying process has got me vexed. — My brother and I have simply assumed from little that we would spend pretty much our whole life together. We always knew we would start off our independent adult lives as roommates, and eventually make our fortunes as a team. Our interests are usually aligned, and our wants and needs…

After analyzing three simple words, The Good Samaritan hits a little differently. — I think it’s interesting that, of all the parables Jesus used to teach people, only one has any true mainstream appeal. We don’t have secular idioms about sowing seed on gravel instead of good soil or complain that our children are prodigal when they discover rock and roll. And…

I never liked worshiping in a box, anyway. — I love my church, and the people who go to it; but I need to lore-dump on you right quick. Our music department was run for 10 years by a theater person with massive ideas. Ideas that would take our tiny little church choir to perform in Carnegie Hall and…

A beloved Biblical passage in an uncomfortable modern setting. — You just heard the news — Jesus is in town! For one day only! And you are such a good Christian, you just know He will be coming to visit you personally. After all, you diligently attend church twice a week. You serve your congregation as an usher on occasion…