Posts from November 2008

Rejoicing With Those Who Rejoice: A Post-Election Reflection

Sam Hamstra | Nov 25, 2008

“Rejoice with those who rejoice,” wrote the apostle Paul (Romans 12:15). It sounds simple enough, but it not always as easy as it sounds. Sure, if we share a common experience it’s pretty easy. A mother, for example, may easily rejoice with a first-time mother by drawing on the memories of her joy when she gave birth to her first child.   And we can even rejoice with those with whom we share a vaguely … Read More …

“Don’t Mess With The Organ”

Sam Hamstra | Nov 12, 2008

Interestingly, I did not read those words in a book on contemporary Christian worship. "Don't Mess With The Organ" formed the header of an article in the November 10 issue of the Chicago Tribune, an article about the Chicago Black Hawks, one of the “original six” teams in the National Hockey League. The heart of the article dealt with the sites and sounds of a National Hockey League game at the United Center.  One of the sub-titles … Read More …