Beyond The Matrix: Theological Considerations In The Metaverse

Introduction In the movie, "The Matrix," Morpheus, the captain of the Nebuchadnezzar, speaks to the concept of the metaverse when he says: "What is the Matrix? Control. The Matrix is a computer-generated dream world, built to keep us under control in order to change a human being into this." While the Matrix in the movie... Continue Reading →

Poem: How The Ordinary And Miraculous Converge

Wake up to sip hot coffeewhile the sun burnsat 10,000 degrees Fahrenheit.Take a shower and brush teethwhile the earth spinsA thousand miles per hour.Get in car and drive to workwhile black holes envelopbillions of gases and dust.Jog around my hometownwhile the universe expandstrillions of miles away.Sleep in bed to repeat againwhile the closest rockshines 238,855... Continue Reading →

Poem: Vanity of Vanities

There comes a breaking pointIn the journey of one's lifeWhereby they choose eitherTo be content with themselvesOr strive for the ideal self.In both cases, it seems to meVanity of vanitiesand chasing after the wind.For goals may be reached.Accomplishments celebrated.But at the end of the dayThe lazy and the ambitiousAre destined for the grave.Forgotten in the... Continue Reading →

Daily Devotional: Who Is The King That You Worship?

Everyone has a king. A king can be represented as something or someone ruling over your life. Maybe your king is recognition and prestige in the career industry. Perhaps your king is money, and you worship this idol because it gives you a sense of comfort and security in a vulnerable world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6cy1SWLZ3U Many of... Continue Reading →

Poem: Moments

There are moments... There are moments that go by That whisper in your ear To slow down. That tap on your shoulder To embrace the present. That echo in your heart To enjoy the now. These moments These moments that go by are fleeting. They slip away like the sun at dusk. They pass away... Continue Reading →

Why Does God’s Providence Matter Today?

The providence of God matters today. Providence is defined as "the protective care and guidance of God." Providence encompasses God's sovereignty to continually uphold, guide, and care for his creation (Dan. 4:35; Prov. 16:33; Rom 8:28). His intimate involvement in creation expresses this notion of being a relational God. Philippians 4:19 states this well: "And... Continue Reading →

What Does The Bible Teach About Heaven And The Afterlife?

There are so many ideas about heaven in our culture. Some of these ideas are representative of what the Bible teaches and others are far from what Scripture teaches. For instance, some people believe we will receive wings like the angels in heaven and fly around in the clouds. Others think that heaven will be... Continue Reading →

Poem: Where The Cold Wind Blows

The old bearded man you might know He journeys to where the cold wind blows.  To the infamous dock with his fishing pole Trying to catch what's left to feel whole.   But you know his rod is empty of line Never casting but sitting back to unwind. All the past regrets of family summer fun... Continue Reading →

Poem: Dreams Can Become A Snare

You chase future dreams like A cheetah hunting gazelle. Your trophy only in sight Waving the present farewell. Your lofty goal has become A snare to your very soul. Always dreaming and dreaming But never living to feel whole. Chad A. Damitz

Poem: Which Season Is This?

Look at that quaking aspen Dancing in the breezy sky. Soon it’s leaves will turn gold As the starry summer grows old. Look up at that dark-eyed Junco Singing among crisp blue mountains. Soon he migrates to a new home Into the cypress south biome. Look at that human in flannel Beholding the passing of... Continue Reading →

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