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Don’t Quit

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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 impression with his mouth.  Ali was famous for his mocking bravado: I’m the greatest thing… Read more »

Mustard Seed

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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 need to have Warren Buffet’s checkbook, some fancy letters after our name, and the Purdue marching band on retainer in order to… Read more »

The Power of Parables

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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 her book Off Menu, a sweeping study of what Americans choose to eat. Anyone… Read more »