Author Archives: Paul Dubuc

Darkness Is My Only Companion, by Kathryn Greene-McCreight

Posted on Thursday, 6 September 2007 by Paul Dubuc

For devoted Christians who struggle with clinical depression, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia this book will be a godsend. The author is a trained theologian and Anglican priest who has experienced these forms of mental illness and anguish first-hand. The title … Continue reading →

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Prayer At Six

Posted on Saturday, 1 September 2007 by Paul Dubuc

The weekly prayer meeting at Bethel Church has recently moved from Sunday evening to Monday evenings at 6:00 PM (except during holiday weekends). This change was made to make it accessible to more members. The meeting is open to anyone, … Continue reading →

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Who Really Cares, by Arthur C. Brooks

Posted on Friday, 31 August 2007 by Paul Dubuc

Given a fair reading, this book will be an eye-opener for some, and an encouragement to others. I hope there’s no cause for cynicism or gloating. Keep in mind that this is a broad brush, “big picture” kind of book. … Continue reading →

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“Nothing Happens Without Prayer”

Posted on Saturday, 11 August 2007 by Paul Dubuc

There’s a popular expression that seems to be going around ministry circles today that says, “Nothing happens (or, nothing gets done) without prayer.” I’ve heard or read this saying many different places. It isn’t meant literally, of course. Lots of … Continue reading →

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Walk On, by John Goldingay

Posted on Sunday, 5 August 2007 by Paul Dubuc

Reading this book is like having a wise older friend share his life experience with you. The valuable lessons that professor Goldingay has learned on what it means to follow God through all of life’s ups and downs will enrich … Continue reading →

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Speaking the Truth in Love

Posted on Friday, 20 July 2007 by Paul Dubuc

Okay, maybe I’ve been reading ThinkChristian too much lately, but they just found a very good quote on the Radio Bible Class web site which needs to be widely voiced. The salient point of it is that “Truth spoken without … Continue reading →

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New Atheism, Old Arguments

Posted on Tuesday, 17 July 2007 by Paul Dubuc

ThinkChristian has an interesting item citing a Wall Street Journal editorial about the “New Atheists,” and the recent publication of their popular books attacking religion. Author Peter Berkowitz does a fine job of showing how some very intelligent people—like Richard … Continue reading →

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The iPhone and ‘Technolust’

Posted on Wednesday, 4 July 2007 by Paul Dubuc

ThinkChristian has started an interesting discussion about whether the Apple iPhone is the latest example of gadgets that encourage a destructive, self-centered focus on ourselves. I think this is a valid concern and the lure of becoming self-absorbed in our … Continue reading →

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PBS: “Wall of Separation”

Posted on Tuesday, 26 June 2007 by Paul Dubuc

PBS recently aired a very interesting documentary that explores the concept of the “Wall of Separation” between Church and State, its history and relationship to the First Amendment of the U. S. Constitution. I think that, on the whole, this … Continue reading →

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Hearing God Through the Year, by Dallas Willard and Jan Johnson

Posted on Wednesday, 13 June 2007 by Paul Dubuc

Last year I was given a copy of this devotional guide as a gift by some very good friends who seem to know me very well and I have been using it regularly since then. Dallas Willard’s writings are a … Continue reading →

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