I play tennis like I play Christianity. I am well trained but essentially a lousy player. My son and I recently played a couple of sets on a lovely summers evening. He is untrained, fit and strong. I am trained to make my shots, but I can't reach those wide or short balls. He won 6-0 6-0. I know I'm a better player, but only when I don't have to move far or move quickly, just like my faith. Boxed in.

The Lob - spiritualese going way overhead
The Let – annoying biblical contradictions make us start over again
The Volley – smashing down an idea before it touches earth
The Smash – aggressive Christianity
The Rally – vibrant spiritual discussion where someone wins point but
it’s fun for both players

The Deuce - when we leave it up to God to get even
The Serve – beliefs that don't go outside the lines
The Doubles – me vs church
The Singles – me vs me
Mixed Doubles – me and the church vs the world
Game Point – the point that says 'now prove it.'
Set Point - it's coming together or salvation
Championship Point – Pearly Gates