The Kingdom That Remains As many of you know, our nation is preparing to celebrate a significant milestone: the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. Two hundred and fifty years is certainly a notable achievement and an important moment in our nation's history. When we think about 250 years, it... Continue Reading →
It’s The End of The World As We Know It: Or Is It?
With the United States and Israel attacking Iran in the last week, I have seen many posts and takes on how this might map onto passages from the Bible and supposed Biblical prophecies. Rest assured, this is not a post offering my interpretation of how this attack may, or may not, fit into scripture or... Continue Reading →
Understanding Communion: Tradition vs. Meaning
In some form or another, I have had a view from a pew for much of my entire life. I grew up as one of those kids who, if the church doors were open for a service or gathering, we were probably going to be there. I have attended small churches and large churches; country... Continue Reading →
Advent of the Already and the Not Yet
It’s Advent season, though in many churches, they don’t spend much time talking about Advent. I’m not sure why that is. Maybe it feels a little too dictated or “church-calendar-ish” for some, but I think we actually miss something when we let it slip by quietly. For a lot of people, “Advent” brings to mind... Continue Reading →
Where Did All The Good Samaritans Go?
Most of us are familiar with the story of the Good Samaritan. A man is beaten and left for dead, ignored by a priest and a Levite, but rescued by a Samaritan, a member of a group despised by Jews at the time. Jesus told the parable (Luke 10:25–37) to answer the question, “Who is... Continue Reading →
