J. Matthew BarnesWhite Guy’s Car Breaks Down vs. #TerenceCrutcher’sIn 2005 I was in Dallas, Texas visiting Southern Methodist University. I had applied to their PhD program in New Testament and had a few…Sep 20, 2016Sep 20, 2016
J. Matthew BarnesCivility in the Midst of DisagreementThe last two weeks have reminded me anew just how divided the people of the United States of America are. And I’ve noticed an utter lack of…Jul 26, 2016Jul 26, 2016
J. Matthew BarnesWage PeaceTonight as I write this my heart is full to the brim with grief. The past few days have been horrific in the US.Jul 8, 2016Jul 8, 2016
J. Matthew BarnesTrump and DisgraceHere comes a long political rant. If you don’t like politics or rants, then move along to the happy cat video or reality show update that’s…May 4, 2016May 4, 2016
J. Matthew BarnesD’Angelo Russell and Nick Young RantThis is a rant. If you don’t like rants, the move right along. But if you do, then read on!Apr 1, 2016Apr 1, 2016
J. Matthew BarnesJesus Was a Refugee: Would We Have Accepted His Family?“Given the tragic attacks in Jerusalem and the threats we have already seen, Egypt cannot participate in any program that will result in…Nov 19, 2015Nov 19, 2015
J. Matthew BarnesThanksgiving DateThe fall is the favorite time of year for my wife (Alida) and I. The weather is nice, you can get pumpkin-flavored anything, and it’s the…Nov 26, 2013Nov 26, 2013
J. Matthew BarnesKobe and Laying Down Power in the ChurchMy wife and I life in Pasadena, CA, which is the first city you come to as you travel east out of north Los Angeles. We love it here! And…Nov 25, 2013Nov 25, 2013
J. Matthew BarnesFootball or Going to Church?I ran across an amazing quote from Hugh Halter the other day. It’s from his book entitled AND: The Gathered and Scattered Church, which is…Nov 25, 2013Nov 25, 2013
J. Matthew BarnesWhat We Can Learn from Mormons (and Derwin Gray!)A book that I read almost a decade ago has had a lasting impact on my understanding of religion, the early history of Christianity, and how…Nov 23, 2013Nov 23, 2013
