It is widely believed by Biblical scholars and theologians that the events of Luke 20-21, where Jesus is questioned in the temple and by various religious leaders of the time,... Read More
I wanted to preserve the moment forever. Failing to capture it with my camera, I eventually just froze and allowed the image to burn into my mind. The memory remains;... Read More
It was the third pilgrimage to Jerusalem for Jesus and His disciples. As they walked through Jericho to Bethany, others on their way joined the group: “That’s Jesus! He heals,... Read More
When times are good, be happy; but when times are bad, consider: God has made the one as well as the other. —Ecclesiastes 7:14Suffering drives us to our knees in... Read More
"Ah, Job," I thought as I contemplated the fall 2020 Womenary calendar—not exactly the most uplifting book. Now wasn’t that just typical of 2020! Nevertheless there we were, jumping into... Read More
Here we are, seven weeks into 2021—a year we desperately hoped for throughout the last one. Most of us have been forever changed by the events of 2020. It is... Read More
Let love find me cooking dinner. Leaning over vegetables, chopping and occupying my hands in service. Thinking, clear thoughts of thankfulness for the provision that I have been given.Let love... Read More
One of the best distractions for me during the COVID-19 lockdown was the ubiquitous jigsaw puzzle. The more I work these puzzles, the more I think about the truths they... Read More
A scripture phrase recently captured my attention and stimulated a surge of hope in my heart. I noticed it in Matthew’s Gospel. Matthew included it in the context of a... Read More
For all its dangers and distractions, technology has been a blessing for the Church in 2020 more than in any other year. It’s helped facilitate some version of “togetherness” while... Read More