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The Institutes of IPA

"We’re called, here and now, to be instruments of God’s new creation, the world-put-to-rights which has already been launched in Jesus and of which Jesus’ followers are supposed to be not simply beneficiaries but aslo agents.” - N.T. Wright, Simply Christian
“Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” - ephesians 5:14

Oskar Blues Old Chub

While shopping for the week at our local grocery store, I was able to pick up this gem in a 6-pack (of cans!) along with Oskar's new outing, the Gubna Imperial IPA, which I will review later.  Now please be kind as this is my first beer review and am ...

Divine Reserve #9 from Saint Arnold

Today is a day that many beer lovers in Houston have come to love, the day that Saint Arnold releases one of their small batch experiments under the moniker of Divine Reserve.  Initially launched in in late 2005, the small Houston brewery has since given us 8 unique brews, some ...

Victory is Mine!

Earlier today I went to the local liquor store with two friends and we purchased the last 5 6-packs of St. Arnold's new Divine Reserve #8. Here is the lowdown on the brew and what to expect when tasting it from the brewery's owner, Brock. Style: Scotch Ale Cases made: 1,504 Kegs ...

A growing affinity for all things Whisky

I was a little late to the Psalm 104 understanding of alcohol... 14 You cause the grass to grow for the livestock and plants for man to cultivate, that he may bring forth food from the earth 15 and wine to gladden the heart of man, oil to make his face shine and bread to strengthen ...

The Kindle 2.0

This past Monday Amazon announced the new iteration of their successful e-book reader, the Kindle.  This device was originally announced back in 2007 and honestly barely caught my attention, At first I was apprehensive about another move to a digital realm.  I, like many people, was not interested in giving ...

Finishing the day…

Well it sure has been interesting reading the reformed communities response to the election of Barack Obama as our new president.  I take heart in the fact that even though I disagree with him on several things, as do many of those that I look up to do as well,  ...

Even more random musings..

- Today is my wife's 29th birthday.  I am 30..  she like to point that out. - Tomorrow is the kick-off for the Men of CTK. Check out the kick-ass flyer below. - If you have not picked up the new Shearwater album, "Rook", shame on you!  You can get it here, ...

Firing up the grill…

Since it is spring-like weather here in Houston, I have started grilling outside again.  Last weekend I threw on some filet's for Sir Omer and his wife.  Yesterday we stopped by Penzeys Spices and picked up some Jerk Pork seasoning and threw it on some pork chops.  Alyssa mixed up ...

Pub Crawl

If you need to find me tonight I will be in the Rice Village partaking in the annual St. Arnold Christmas Ale pub crawl.  Things will kick off at BW3's at 6:00 pm sharp.  We will feast on some spicy chicken and begin the crawl!!

Red Cups and Astros

It is that time of the season again... time for the event that marks the dawn of the holiday for some people. That is right, if you stop by your local Starbuck's today you will notice that the elves did some redecorating and stocked up on the red ...

July 16th 2010
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Tumblr

I am considering migrating this blog over to tumblr. You can track it for now over at http://theologypub.tumblr.com. It seems more conducive for short bursts of thought, photos, videos and the like. We shall see.
May 3rd 2010
Tags: Food & Drink One Comment

Oskar Blues Old Chub

While shopping for the week at our local grocery store, I was able to pick up this gem in a 6-pack (of cans!) along with Oskar's new outing, the Gubna Imperial IPA, which I will review later.  Now please be kind as this is my first beer review and am ...
April 27th 2010
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New music on the horizon…. addendum.

The mighty Hunter has humbled me by reminded me of the impending release of my favorite band, Wovenhand. I had it in mind when thinking about what releases to include and then managed to forget it. So here it is; What you see above (click for larger image) is the artwork ...
April 27th 2010
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New music on the horizon..

Here are a few releases that I am really looking forward to. First and foremost is Oh Ye Devastator from the great singer/songwriter out of Denton, Doug Burr. If you have not graced your ears with his music you are really missing out on something special. This is the proper follow-up ...
March 25th 2010
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Hammock “Breathturn”

Video for a song off the upcoming Hammock album, "Chasing After Shadows... Living with the Ghosts". Hammock - Breathturn from David Altobelli on Vimeo.