Gary Neal Hansen

Theology. It's good for you.

Giving Christians access to their own hidden treasures.


I'm a Church historian, exploring the best of Christian theology, spirituality, and community.

Know your past. Claim the riches you didn’t know were yours.

Here are some posts on my main topics:
John 11:1-45

Community for Mission

children's sermon on Mark 1:1-8

Letters to a Young Pastor

Writing

Christianity as a Second Language

Augustine's Confessions Video Series

Role models for discipleship

Walking on Water

Prayer

These Shining Lives, at the Phelps Mansion

Reviews

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