Understanding abuse: one pastor’s journey

A true autobiographical story. Names (including the author’s), places and dates are fictional. My name is Michael Lehman. I’ve served in pastoral ministry since my ordination in 1986. I’d describe my theological convictions as reformed evangelical. For the past few years I’ve been on an extended sabbatical, devoted to further study and writing. During this… Continue reading Understanding abuse: one pastor’s journey

The Chameleon Nature of Evil or, “Where’s Waldo?”

(2 Corinthians 11:13-15  ESV)  (13) For such men are false apostles, deceitful workmen, disguising themselves as apostles of Christ.  (14) And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.  (15) So it is no surprise if his servants, also, disguise themselves as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their… Continue reading The Chameleon Nature of Evil or, “Where’s Waldo?”