Author Archives: Steve Foster

What Is the Deal with Circumcision?

Posted on September 18, 2021 by Steve Foster

Circumcision. Now there’s a fun topic! The Bible talks about circumcision fairly often. It is mentioned close to one hundred times in different contexts…in both the Old and New Testaments. But it is one of those biblical subjects that is … Continue reading →

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Still Searching for a Messiah

Posted on September 17, 2021 by Steve Foster

I think I have finally put my finger on something. I have felt it at different times. Being a pastor exposes you to people’s expectations. “What are people looking for in a pastor?” “What do they expect from me?” I … Continue reading →

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A Few Thoughts After a Hurricane

Posted on September 1, 2021 by Steve Foster

Hurricane Ida was one of the most destructive hurricances to hit the United States. The damage is still being assessed. Over a million people are still without power. Many communities may never be fully restored. On Saturday night, as the … Continue reading →

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Vaccines & the Coronavirus

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Steve Foster

My wife thinks I’m crazy. She is probably right. “Why in the world would you want to write anything about vaccines? You are just asking for trouble.” A quick perusal around social media will make it clear that talking about … Continue reading →

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The Complexity of Compassion

Posted on July 8, 2021 by Steve Foster

Compassion is a tricky thing. It isn’t always what you think. Recently my family and I saw a man asking for money on the side of the road. We have experienced enough to know that giving money is usually not the … Continue reading →

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