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Author: wally metts

Wally Metts is the daysman. He is a professor of English and communication at Spring Arbor University and co-pastors Falling Waters Bible Church. The father of four adult children, he and his wife Katie raise barn cats on 20 acres in Horton, Michigan. His grandchildren call him Santa.

the madmen among us

January 14, 2011 wally mettsLeave a comment

Nothing can be believed that is not believed by everyone. Everything is offensive that is offensive to anyone. It explains the madmen among us. And the mindless sheep.

Posted in celebration, commentary, cultureTagged front porch, holidays, siren

please excuse me while I vent

January 12, 2011 wally metts2 Comments

We have our oil changed and our tires rotated. We listen to Car Talk on public radio. The mechanics like to tell us how well cared for our car is. I think about how well cared for our mechanics are.

Posted in humorTagged camaro, gremlin, maverick, pacer

of grief and grace

January 10, 2011 wally metts7 Comments

In the meantime there is grief. Awkward conversations. Unplanned silences. Unanswered questions.

Posted in family, griefTagged john, loss, meg, miscarriage

okra for lunch

January 9, 2011 wally metts5 Comments

We are never more at home than when we enjoy the culinary comforts of our childhood. These memories are rich and rewarding, evoked by tastes and smells more primal than our more educated or experienced palate can ever discover.

Posted in celebration, cultureTagged mullet, okra, southern food

conversations with edges on them

January 8, 2011 wally metts3 Comments

A particular theology motives an actual cup of water in Jesus’ name, rather than a metaphorical one.

Posted in books, commentary, culture, faithTagged american grace, campbell, dreher, putman, theology

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