Melvin's Musings
Are We Truly Listening to One Another?
Why, after all these years, do we still struggle so badly to have honest conversations about difficult issues in America—especially about race, religion, and politics? There are many reasons, but...
Are We Truly Listening to One Another?
Why, after all these years, do we still struggle so badly to have honest conversations about difficult issues in America—especially about race, religion, and politics? There are many reasons, but...
Why Celebrate Juneteenth?
The Fourth of July is an ironic holiday for African Americans. While the nation celebrates the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, descendants of...
Why Celebrate Juneteenth?
The Fourth of July is an ironic holiday for African Americans. While the nation celebrates the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, descendants of...
A Salute to Real Dads on Father's Day
One of the great blessings in my life is being charged by God with raising my two sons, Caleb and Christian. I’m far from perfect, either as a man or...
A Salute to Real Dads on Father's Day
One of the great blessings in my life is being charged by God with raising my two sons, Caleb and Christian. I’m far from perfect, either as a man or...
Human Laws and the Problem of Evil
“We will never create enough laws to control evil. Evil does not obey laws.” I see and hear this sentiment expressed from time to time, oftentimes by people who profess...
Human Laws and the Problem of Evil
“We will never create enough laws to control evil. Evil does not obey laws.” I see and hear this sentiment expressed from time to time, oftentimes by people who profess...
What about Mechanical Instruments in Worship?
Most Western Christian groups use mechanical instruments as part of their singing and praise to God. Yet it is virtually uncontroverted that early Christians sang without the accompaniment of such...
What about Mechanical Instruments in Worship?
Most Western Christian groups use mechanical instruments as part of their singing and praise to God. Yet it is virtually uncontroverted that early Christians sang without the accompaniment of such...
A Brief Reflection on Baptism
Different groups within Christendom have widely divergent views regarding baptism. Some sprinkle water. Others pour water. Still others employ full immersion. In addition to these variances in practice, people also...
A Brief Reflection on Baptism
Different groups within Christendom have widely divergent views regarding baptism. Some sprinkle water. Others pour water. Still others employ full immersion. In addition to these variances in practice, people also...