I have studied early church history from a neutral perspective. By that I mean, I look at church history through the lens provided by what we call “ primary source documents.” These are the writings and words of those who were there.
People call me Hank. Let’s get one thing clear from the jump. I don’t have a theological degree from any denomination. I have a master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies from Texas Tech University. That means I have been trained in looking at complex problems and issues and working out approaches to solving them that understands complex problems are not solved by simple solutions.
In my early years I studied to be a missionary priest in the order of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. I did not become a priest. Over the past 40 years, I have studied ‘theology’ with various denominations, including Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, and Roman Catholic. Frankly, I found each of them puts a slightly different spin on the teachings of Jesus.
I have been actively preaching the Gospel for the past 20+ years. I have authored multiple books dealing with how to apply the teachings of Jesus to real life. They are available both as eBooks and Audiobooks. You can find them here on my site
For 10 years, I was the host of a weekly Gospel music show (the Cowboy Gospel Hour), where I delivered a message, again on using Jesus in our daily life. I have had several podcasts where each week I would deliver audio messages about how we need to actually “be” Christians.
I was the pastor of a Bible based church based in Llano, Texas. It was a non-denominational church, in that there was no regulatory organization telling me what to say or how to say it. I also planted a church in Marble Falls, Texas that was and is the seed for this ministry.
I don’t believe in yelling and screaming at people telling them they’re going to hell. I do believe in telling people that if they follow the teachings of Jesus they will have the strength to handle life.
God bless and peace y’all