Northwest Journal

I Think I’m Gonna Make It

D. S. Vic — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:30:52 PDT

As you read this, I'll be in Featherville for a brief, let's-watch-the-fat-girl-try-to-get-up-off-the-ground camping trip. I'm both excited and very nervous about this trip. I haven't gone camping since March of 2001, and I've gotten fatter since then.

Immortal Soul: Yes or No

D. S. Vic — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 10:46:54 PDT

Let's see if I can spout my opinions without starting the Crusades of the Northwest.

Big Things Afoot

D. S. Vic — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 09:30:18 PDT

Besides the fact that it's just now dawn and already I've done the dishes, made coffee, packed Mr. Fixer's lunch and set the chicken out to thaw for dinner, big things are happening this month. And yet, August is vanishing before my very eyes.

The Holy Spirit: Why Host It? Part II

D. S. Vic — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 09:42:52 PDT

Why would anyone choose to host the Spirit? Since I haven't heard of God having any special promotions - "This week only, Host the Ghost and get a free Econo-Max Toaster!" - I'm pretty sure it's not for the free toaster.

The Holy Spirit: Why Host It? Part I

D. S. Vic — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 08:44:27 PDT

Last weekend I described the Holy Spirit - a part of the Biblical-Christian triune God - as a God's Heart beating within one's body. That description assumes that one has asked for and received the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. This weekend, I'd like to give my perspective on why someone might want to do so.