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Why does God test Abraham by asking him to sacrifice his son Isaac? And what if God’s test was really about Abraham (and all of us) learning to say no to sacrificing those closest to us? What Do We Do … Continue reading
Which direction will you go as you teach and preach Genesis 1? You can focus on who God is, who we are, God’s joy in creation, or our role as stewards. The Narrative Lectionary, Spirit & Truth, and Forming Faith … Continue reading
A community built on love is a community in shalom (God’s peace). How do we reach for that? By working for justice. God’s will, God’s kingdom, can be glimpsed in true justice. God’s Kingdom Come Series Each summer, I take … Continue reading
Shalom is more than peace as we understand it. It is a communal wholeness, reality as God intends creation to be. It is a description of God’s kingdom. God’s Kingdom Come Series Each summer, I take time away from commenting … Continue reading
The Hebrew word hesed represents a critical concept in understanding the kingdom of God. It is difficult to translate, but it is basically active love within the context of a covenantal community. Summer Series As you might know, I write … Continue reading
Worship, fellowship, and service can all be intergenerational events and projects. This blog post centers on service project ideas to do as a community together. Family Service Projects Intergenerational service projects provide opportunities for participants of all ages to work … Continue reading
While many argue that faith and politics should not mix, our faith requires moral action, including collective action (politics). God commands us to honor and serve all immigrants, politically and personally. Immigration Series For the past two weeks, I’ve been … Continue reading
God is clear on how we are to treat immigrants: with love. This love is not passive; it is expressed in acts of service and justice. Immigration Series Last week, I started a short series on immigration. I’m reflecting on … Continue reading
Immigration is a hot-button topic, now and throughout human history. In this first of a series of blog posts on immigration, I focus on helpful—and unhelpful—language. Current Events, Ancient History You would have to be living as a hermit not … Continue reading
What if we teach children with their parents or caregivers? Family-focused, intergenerational learning offers a variety of positive benefits for all. Family Sunday School Intergenerational learning offers so many benefits for all ages: strengthening faith, nurturing community, passing on traditions, … Continue reading