by Morning Reflections | Jun 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
On March 4, 1865, Abraham Lincoln stood against the backdrop of the U.S. Capitol and presented his Second Inaugural Address. Less than five weeks later, the core goals of his presidency – the surrender of the primary Confederate forces and thus the preservation of the...
by Morning Reflections | May 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
You don’t need to worry about anything.Really. Scripture is unambiguous on this point. Worry should never be part of the life of someone who follows Jesus. This seems so incomprehensible, however – and we see so few people living worry-free lives –...
by Morning Reflections | Apr 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
For the four weeks leading up to and going beyond Easter, we’re looking at the life of Peter. Because he’s so often at the center of both the brightest and darkest moments in the Gospels, he has always been a source of hope and inspiration for those...
by Morning Reflections | Mar 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
As the world continues to react with anguish concerning Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, how should we pray? Jack Knox, pastor of the Salem (Oregon) Mennonite Church, has offered the following: Gracious Lord, we dream of a world free of poverty and...
by Morning Reflections | Jan 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
A few years ago I approached a four-way stop not far from my home. I was in a bit of a rush, so I was glad to see that there was already a car in the intersection, going from left to right.Perfect. Now it’s my turn. I tapped my brakes, slowed to a stop...
