Author Archives: Amos Gideon David

Why do we do what we do?

Posted on April 8, 2007 by Amos Gideon David

(Ephesians 4:1 ESV)  “I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called.” God has called us to the higher road, a way of living that … Continue reading →

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Jesus didn’t tell us. . .

Posted on February 28, 2007 by Amos Gideon David

Jesus did not once say: 1.    Go to church. 2.    Have a Bible study. 3.    Go learn more about me. 4.    Go to Sunday School. 5.    He didn’t give abstract lectures on morals or theology. But the NT lists some … Continue reading →

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Speaking “ex cathedra” or “from the chair”

Posted on February 27, 2007 by Amos Gideon David

So often as Protestants, the independent, fundamental variety (my background for the first 25 years of my life), we criticized the Catholics, for many things, but specifically for the Pope speaking “ex cathedra” or from the chair.  Read article on … Continue reading →

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Sharing the road with Mikey.

Posted on February 24, 2007 by Amos Gideon David

My wife and I rode home from the wedding through sleet, snow and rain, and someone who was apparently very afraid and drove 15 mph down the highway.  We sometimes look at each other, and I’ll say (or she will), … Continue reading →

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Sometimes I get it right.

Posted on February 24, 2007 by Amos Gideon David

I am the unofficial family minister.  Performed ceremony today for my nephew and his new wife.  Was pretty nice to be a part of my sister’s family in this way, to reflect on what millions have stood and done before … Continue reading →

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