Thoughts on the Death of Charlie Kirk
Pastor Bob O'Bannon Pastor Bob O'Bannon

Thoughts on the Death of Charlie Kirk

“When this blog gets posted, it will be a full 10 days since Charlie Kirk was assassinated... I touched on the matter in my sermon on Sept. 14, but there is so much more to say that I wanted to take this opportunity to share some thoughts for your consideration as we all continue to process what happened on Sept. 10 on the campus of Utah Valley University.”

Read More
Saying Goodbye to John MacArthur
Pastor Bob O'Bannon Pastor Bob O'Bannon

Saying Goodbye to John MacArthur

“John MacArthur died July 14 at the age of 86 after coming down with pneumonia. MacArthur served as the pastor of Grace Community Church in southern California since 1969, was the author of countless books, former president of The Master’s Seminary, and the main voice on the radio program and podcast Grace to You.”

Read More
Album Review: Sun Kil Moon Tackle Death on ‘Benji’
Pastor Bob O'Bannon Pastor Bob O'Bannon

Album Review: Sun Kil Moon Tackle Death on ‘Benji’

Woody Allen once commented that he was not afraid of death – it’s just that he doesn’t want to be there when it happens. It’s a witty remark that captures the way many of us deal with death: we laugh at it. We make jokes. Because, let’s face it: there is nothing more certain in this life than the fact that it will all end in death. The obituary section of the local newspaper will one day include your name, with your place of birth, calling hours and an address where the grieving can send flowers.

Read More