This month I want to share a little about Lent. Over the last two pilgrim articles I have shared a little of what is nourishing me in hopes that some might benefit as well. This month I have been thinking about how to prepare for Easter and Lent seems a natural opportunity to help set… Continue reading What Nourishes Me, Part 3
What Nourishes Me, Again
Following the theme of “What Nourishes Me,” from last month, I want to share some more this month. Its no small thing that God sees us, don’t you think? Many people remember the passage that says, “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God. Why, even… Continue reading What Nourishes Me, Again
What Nourishes Me Today for Tomorrow?
Every New Year is an opportunity to look backwards and think forward. In my case, as I reflect on the last year, what I see is God teaching me to walk faithfully in uncertainty. That’s how the last three years have gone. Walking faithfully in uncertainty has taught me that the way God uses our… Continue reading What Nourishes Me Today for Tomorrow?
Is God a God of Hospitality?
Some of the ideas people have about God make him into a God of retribution rather than mercy. In this message, I attempt to tackle two difficult passages that have shaped, in an unhealthy way, how we see God. The story reflects back on the tale of two cities called Sodom and Gomorrah. Is God… Continue reading Is God a God of Hospitality?
Plant From Hebron
Last year this plant appeared in the foyer of our church building. It is from the Hebron in Israel. When I got it I immediately thought this would be a good plant for my office, so I kept it. At first I watered it every couple of days. It was a disaster. The plant is… Continue reading Plant From Hebron
Rethinking Gender Roles_Companion 6
Rethinking Gender Roles in the Church_Companion_6 For the apostle Paul, Christian’s live in the “in-between, or the “now-not yet,” the space of time after Jesus’ resurrection and before the Parousia, when Jesus returns. This “in-between” period represents the coming of the Kingdom of God in Jesus’ resurrection but also reflects the fact that the Kingdom… Continue reading Rethinking Gender Roles_Companion 6
Bridges To Hope
As some of you know, I have a particular interest in families with mental health conditions. My niece was diagnosed with Youth Onset Bipolar Disorder very young, my nephew has Autism Spectrum Disorder. As an uncle I tried to care for them over the years the best I knew how. I tried to be a… Continue reading Bridges To Hope
