Mike Woodruff

New Jersey

Host at 100+ Significant Moments in Church History

Radio geek turned product manager. Love trains and planes- busses not so much. Volunteer member of the National Ski Patrol.

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Mike Woodruff: Did Jesus actually rise? As a pastor, here are my thoughts on faith.

5 days ago | chicagotribune.com | Mike Woodruff

Though many equate Easter with bunnies and brunches, it’s long been a battle over a body. Christians claim the tomb was empty because Jesus rose from the dead. Others say that if it was empty, it’s either because he only fainted on the cross, his disciples stole the body or everyone kept looking in the wrong tomb. It matters who’s right.
Opinion: Famous atheist’s pivot doesn’t surprise me as a pastor

5 days ago | timesfreepress.com | Mike Woodruff

It wasn't quite a "where were you when" moment, but almost. I'm talking about Richard Dawkins — the world's most famous atheist — announcing that he'd become a "cultural Christian."Initially I was confused. Dawkins a Christian? Then I realized what he was saying. The Oxford professor wasn't embracing faith; he was joining the parade of secular people acknowledging that much of what's right about the West depends upon a flourishing church.
COMMENTARY: Famous atheist’s pivot doesn’t surprise me as a pastor | Jefferson City News-Tribune

2 weeks ago | newstribune.com | Mike Woodruff

COMMENTARY: Famous atheist’s pivot doesn’t surprise me as a pastor Today at 3:00 a.m. by Mike Woodruff, Chicago Tribune (TNS) It wasn't quite a "where were you when" moment, but almost. I'm talking about Richard Dawkins -- the world's most famous atheist -- announcing that he'd become a "cultural Christian." Upcoming Events
Famous atheist's pivot doesn't surprise me as a pastor

3 weeks ago | thebrunswicknews.com | Mike Woodruff

It wasn't quite a "where were you when" moment, but almost. I'm talking about Richard Dawkins - the world's most famous atheist - announcing that he'd become a "cultural Christian."Initially I was confused. Dawkins a Christian? Then I realized what he was saying. The Oxford professor wasn't embracing faith; he was joining the parade of secular people acknowledging that much of what's right about the West depends upon a flourishing church.
Commentary: Famous atheist’s pivot doesn’t surprise me as a pastor

3 weeks ago | sacbee.com | Mike Woodruff

It wasn't quite a "where were you when" moment, but almost. I'm talking about Richard Dawkins - the world's most famous atheist - announcing that he'd become a "cultural Christian."Initially I was confused. Dawkins a Christian? Then I realized what he was saying. The Oxford professor wasn't embracing faith; he was joining the parade of secular people acknowledging that much of what's right about the West depends upon a flourishing church.
Famous atheist’s pivot doesn’t surprise me as a pastor

3 weeks ago | griffindailynews.com | Mike Woodruff

It wasn’t quite a “where were you when” moment, but almost. I’m talking about Richard Dawkins — the world’s most famous atheist — announcing that he’d become a “cultural Christian.”Initially I was confused. Dawkins a Christian? Then I realized what he was saying. The Oxford professor wasn’t embracing faith; he was joining the parade of secular people acknowledging that much of what’s right about the West depends upon a flourishing church.
Mike Woodruff: Famous atheist’s pivot doesn’t surprise me as a pastor

4 weeks ago | chicagotribune.com | Mike Woodruff

It wasn’t quite a “where were you when” moment, but almost. I’m talking about Richard Dawkins — the world’s most famous atheist — announcing that he’d become a “cultural Christian.”Initially I was confused. Dawkins a Christian? Then I realized what he was saying. The Oxford professor wasn’t embracing faith; he was joining the parade of secular people acknowledging that much of what’s right about the West depends upon a flourishing church.
The News Media Is Broken. What Now?

Nov 19, 2024 | thegospelcoalition.org | Mike Woodruff

Four years ago, I asked an acquaintance to coffee. He’d begun his career after graduating from Harvard by joining the staff of the Chicago Tribune as an editorial writer. Over the next four decades, he’d risen to become a member of the Tribune’s editorial board and a nationally syndicated columnist. After small talk, I jumped into my questions.
Power, Politics, and the Example of Christ

Jul 8, 2024 | preachingtoday.com | Mike Woodruff |Dan Meyer |Matt Woodley

Introduction In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus shares some important insights on power. Mary the mother of James and John came to him and asked, "When you come into your kingdom, let my boys sit at your right and your left." In other words, "Put them in charge of everyone else. Give them power." Jesus said, "You don't really know what you are asking, and it will not unfold that way." He then turned to calm the other ten disciples who heard the request and immediately felt indignant.
12 Defining Moments: The Moment to Take a Stand

Jun 20, 2024 | preachingtoday.com | John Johnson |Mike Woodruff |Scott Gibson

Editor’s Note: If you have missed any articles in this series, be sure to check out the Introduction article, where you can find all of the articles that have been released. If we want to do ministry well, we will have to learn how to tell time.