tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.comments2022-04-03T20:25:35.026-06:00• The Pirate Pastor • Shawn Birsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-24266674614499406432015-09-17T15:30:14.325-06:002015-09-17T15:30:14.325-06:00Amen!Amen!Apostle Osam Nsahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06111676829531979465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-80071754744526075732015-09-08T02:00:47.101-06:002015-09-08T02:00:47.101-06:00I love this booklet! I have read it and re-read it...I love this booklet! I have read it and re-read it since 1990s!! Amazingly true and balanced.....<br /><br />The church should spearhead these debates and I am glad Keyes is doing it.<br /><br />Thank you Mardi Keyes.<br /><br />I feel called to do what you are doing in Uganda and in Africa at large. I am currently carrying out research on THE PERSPECTIVE OF EVANGELICAL LEADERS IN UGANDA ON FEMINISM....BEAThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03639122878998687487noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-8619040220527295652015-05-29T06:58:14.425-06:002015-05-29T06:58:14.425-06:00Grandma has family lessons on the lost sheep and t...Grandma has family lessons on the lost sheep and the lost coin. You’ll find them at:<br />http://mygrandmatime.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/5-serve-the-disconnected.pdf<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10843454550046604087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-30654186350876107102015-01-15T03:47:48.344-07:002015-01-15T03:47:48.344-07:00Suppose I were to put this in the prayer request s... Suppose I were to put this in the prayer request slot:<br />"Pursuant to Ephesians 3:20, I would like to have the ability to modify the past at will, and to re-live and explore every possible nuance and suggestion."Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09217787867952121013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-53711355054133224022014-12-09T09:47:08.821-07:002014-12-09T09:47:08.821-07:00I can mail you something if I have it printed. I&#...I can mail you something if I have it printed. I've run out of a lot of my titles, but it depends what you're looking for. You can email me at jesuspunks@gmail.com, and we can work something out.Shawn Birsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-41478853826024561132014-11-30T22:59:08.396-07:002014-11-30T22:59:08.396-07:00Hi, where can I buy your writings? Hi, where can I buy your writings? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00997647664298726583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-103235965646860072014-06-26T07:51:02.662-06:002014-06-26T07:51:02.662-06:00Here's a question I was asked about aliens aft...Here's a question I was asked about aliens after preaching this sermon, and my response. Fun!<br /><br /><i>If aliens exist.... Do you think Christ suffered multiple deaths on the many alien planets?</i><br /><br />It's an interesting question for a thought experiment. I don't personally believe in aliens beyond an abstract affirmation that the scientific possibility exists.<br /><br />C.S. Lewis took the question seriously. In his space trilogy, aliens are all very honoured to meet humans, because it was in their form that the Creator was incarnated.<br /><br />Larry Norman (70s Jesus Freak Rock and Roller) included this line in one of his songs:<br /><br />If there's life on other planets<br />I'm sure that he must know<br />And he's been there once already<br />And has died to save their souls<br /><br />Pope Francis even considered the question just last May 12. As an illustration of the openness of the gospel, he said that he would be willing to baptize an alien if they wished. His intention wasn't to make any statement beyond inclusivity, but I think he made a good point. He reads the Bible's narrative as a story of the doors of salvation being progressively opened wider, always stretching the boundaries of the grace of those within it. I read it the same way.<br /><br />I think that we can actually find an answer in scripture. Romans 8 says this (verses 20 and 21):<br /><br />"For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. "<br /><br />The full story of salvation is one not just for individual humans, or humanity as a unit, but for all of Creation. The chapter is saying that this full redemption is accomplished through Christ's death, is working its way through the world now, and will eventually result in a complete restoration that is as much a resurrection of all of Creation as was Jesus' resurrection a restoration and glorification of his body.<br /><br />So, if aliens exist, and if we believe that they are part of Creation, then I think that C.S. Lewis' theoretical answer is harmonious with scripture. Christ's death is Once For All, and I think that can include aliens.<br />Shawn Birsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-26468670912942888762014-02-01T23:08:07.000-07:002014-02-01T23:08:07.000-07:00cool thanks so much! I am glad you have enjoyed th...cool thanks so much! I am glad you have enjoyed them over the years! If you ever want digital files of any images to make more screens or anything like that let me know! breakfast@riseup.net<br />thanksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14846055329622870314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-6253829587691867732014-01-21T13:06:50.446-07:002014-01-21T13:06:50.446-07:00You made that image? That is awesome! I used to be...You made that image? That is awesome! I used to be part of a collective in my city that silkscreened tshirts of that image. Another friend of mine makes patches now. Did you ever use it as anything other than a sticker?<br /><br />I'll promote your kickstarter...<br /><br />Hey, I have a bunch of those patches, too! A couple people in our church wear them, too. About half our church is vegan.<br /><br />I'm gunna buy your stickers...Shawn Birsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-51359884588183298832014-01-20T21:06:11.468-07:002014-01-20T21:06:11.468-07:00hey I am stoked you used the sticker I drew on you...hey I am stoked you used the sticker I drew on your blog! thanks dude.... could you spread the link for my kickstarter project around so we can make more of them? That would be insane! Thanks so much... heres the link<br /><br /> http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/272823828/beet-the-systemAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14846055329622870314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-40291684674837952822013-10-13T08:39:48.003-06:002013-10-13T08:39:48.003-06:00Hello Pirate Pastor,
What I read here is nice.
R...Hello Pirate Pastor,<br /><br />What I read here is nice.<br /><br />Rabbit, NepalStorieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15193452679724641898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-32118251317176088362013-04-04T21:12:14.417-06:002013-04-04T21:12:14.417-06:00I like the photo art ~ God is great!I like the photo art ~ God is great!Pamela Funkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10543987740651942813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-39508551612302428032013-02-08T04:15:10.994-07:002013-02-08T04:15:10.994-07:00Couldn't have said it better myself! Amen! Our...Couldn't have said it better myself! Amen! Our God is high-grace AND high-challenge!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09805089981471440920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-60453680044875390562012-10-02T16:17:00.437-06:002012-10-02T16:17:00.437-06:00I love what you are doing :). Thanks! I love what you are doing :). Thanks! Aubrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13001207574035541778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-32114510088916969082012-06-28T08:00:46.004-06:002012-06-28T08:00:46.004-06:00You're welcome :)You're welcome :)Shawn Birsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-85176005122199697572012-06-27T22:09:32.380-06:002012-06-27T22:09:32.380-06:00I know of you through the Occupation. I've met...I know of you through the Occupation. I've met you in person a couple of times, and have really enjoyed what you have had to share... I wanted to hear you and read what you had to say... Again, I give thanks .KeeKee of the Northhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03319593171583059423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-62935270666585382742012-06-21T13:10:22.073-06:002012-06-21T13:10:22.073-06:00That's a cool video. Forgiveness is so powerfu...That's a cool video. Forgiveness is so powerful, reconciliation and redemption even more so. When we forgive, we open the door to a healed relationship with the person that harmed us. But that forgiveness must be received, and change in one or both parties must occur for the relationship to be restored. So when we forgive, it's us that's healed. <br /><br />The challenge for these early Jewish believers was to forgive even those who would pursue and kill them, the racist and violent Roman empire. When Cornelius actually received God's Spirit, he was changed. In forgiving and opening the door to him and his family, the community was able to allow an enemy to become a brother.Shawn Birsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-63583852091346067122012-06-21T11:39:30.527-06:002012-06-21T11:39:30.527-06:00I just read out several times to understand your w...I just read out several times to understand your writing. Of course learnt something new here. I am quite new in Jewish by the way. I think you can check out the interesting video goo.gl/TJfDb. Didn't realize the major effect forgiving has on our health.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03089800120466213018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-3904090560064747582012-06-13T12:12:47.217-06:002012-06-13T12:12:47.217-06:00Thanks Tara. I'm encouraged to know that this ...Thanks Tara. I'm encouraged to know that this is an encouragement to you! Also, every time someone checks in like this, I remember that the hard work of considering and writing on these passages is worth it. So thanks for the gas in my tank to keep it up.Shawn Birsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-56118674259128245492012-06-12T22:28:14.858-06:002012-06-12T22:28:14.858-06:00Hi Shawn,
Tara here. I love your blog. I wanted ...Hi Shawn, <br /><br />Tara here. I love your blog. I wanted you to know I read it. I was challenged by your words and was encouraged to remember to place my callings and authority at higher priority and authority than all else. I understand putting my calling at high priority, but often forget about the authority of Jesus to do miraculous things.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-24817344243624515092012-05-31T16:27:17.882-06:002012-05-31T16:27:17.882-06:00Thanks Lady K. What brought you around to read it?...Thanks Lady K. What brought you around to read it?Shawn Birsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-28656554378113840282012-05-31T10:19:37.094-06:002012-05-31T10:19:37.094-06:00I love how you introduce yourself and your church,...I love how you introduce yourself and your church, Shawn. Felt very moved to witness what you said and you bringing this out for everyone to read... Thank you.KeeKee of the Northhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03319593171583059423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058589781482903146.post-54781453432685807502012-05-30T13:35:18.606-06:002012-05-30T13:35:18.606-06:00In a few hours, this post has received more visits...In a few hours, this post has received more visits than my other two highest visited combined. Whoa.Shawn Birsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677863604558817850noreply@blogger.com