Don’t Quit

Don’t Quit

Throughout Lent, we’re exploring the parables of Jesus – the two dozen or so stories that were his chief means of describing the reality of God’s rule on earth. Legendary boxer Muhammad Ali made a lasting impression with his fists. He also made quite an...
Mustard Seed

Mustard Seed

A single mustard seed resting on the tip of a finger. Throughout Lent, we’re exploring the parables of Jesus – the two dozen or so stories that were his chief means of describing the reality of God’s rule on earth. Big things have small beginnings.We may think we...
The Power of Parables

The Power of Parables

Throughout Lent, we’re exploring the parables of Jesus – the two dozen or so stories that were his chief means of describing the reality of God’s rule on earth. “It shouldn’t be that difficult to eat healthy food.”That’s the assertion of Nell McShane Wulfhart in...
Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday

Each year we pause to address some of the questions associated with this day, Ash Wednesday – the first day of Lent.  What exactly is Lent?The word comes from the Old English term for “lengthen.”  As Easter approaches, the amount of daylight grows...
Wrestling with God

Wrestling with God

The more time you spend with God, the more likely you are at some point to wrestle with God.Spoiler alert: You will lose that wrestling match. But there’s a good chance you will end up with a souvenir from the encounter that will be well worth keeping.The...