God’s steadfast love is always there for you, the kernel of a new world, the foundation of a new beginning.
The Bronze Serpent
Had Jesus not used the image of the serpent in the wilderness as a metaphor of the resurrection (John 3:14-15), Christians may have been inclined to neglect the story entirely.
The light has come into the world
We know, especially as we reflect during this season of Lent, that the world is full of suffering and chaos and that much of that is caused by humanity.
Jesus points to the ways of peace
Jesus points to the ways of peace. His life and ministry powerfully demonstrate love of neighbor and wholly living in faith.
Giving thanks to the bearer of burdens
Our challenge as those who have taken the step of faith to believe in the message of the cross is to relinquish control of our lives to God.
The seasons come and go
When we next look at a songbird, a fallen tree, or a patch of green earth amidst the snow, I hope we can find it in ourselves to think upon what God might be revealing about The Divine through creation.
Renewing our faith
Sometimes renewing our faith commitment means radical new ideas.
Making wise the simple
This week’s theme is “Making wise the simple.” The Scripture verses this week show us a variety of ways that God reveals wisdom.
What cross do we bear?
When we have everything we want, what cross do we bear?
We are part of Jesus’ perfection
Instead, recognize your perfection in Christ! Recognize that though your flesh is sinful and doomed for death, you are now living in the spirit—a child of God.