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We wander (walk, or run) away from God. This is just reality—our paths are not God’s path. These paths are not physical; they are mental. Here in Luke 13, Jesus calls us to change our minds (literally). Heading to Jerusalem … Continue reading
In the Greco-Roman context (and in some places today), mercy and compassion are considered weaknesses. But they are God’s way, though Jesus takes it further than the lawyer can imagine. The Journey to the Cross With Ash Wednesday in our … Continue reading
As we celebrate Transfiguration Sunday and observe Ash Wednesday, we are reminded that we are called to listen to Jesus and follow him. Heading towards Jerusalem The end of the season (of/after) Epiphany is here with Transfiguration Sunday followed shortly … Continue reading
We can be hyperfocused on limiting the Christian faith to our sin and God’s forgiveness. Instead, we can emphasize the effects of Jesus’ forgiveness on the woman: reconciliation and healing. Jesus Revealed The season of/after Epiphany is almost over. Transfiguration … Continue reading
John the Baptist wants to know: Is Jesus the promised Messiah? Instead of directly answering, Jesus points to his actions to show what kind of Messiah he is. Jesus Revealed As we move through the season after Epiphany, we continue … Continue reading
Summer is right around the corner, so it’s time to start planning your church’s CYF summer programming. It can be a daunting task, so here are some creative ideas on how to make planning fun and share the workload. It’s … Continue reading
When Jesus encountered someone in need, whether through someone’s plea or on his own, he acted with power and love, doing the impossible: healing long distance and raising the widow’s dead son. Jesus Heals Back in Nazareth, at the beginning … Continue reading
The Pharisees tail Jesus to find evidence to condemn him, specifically for violating the Sabbath. Jesus challenges and dismisses their accusations. Observing the sabbath is not only about following rules, it is about doing God’s work. Revelation of the Son … Continue reading
In the Gospels of Mark and Matthew, Jesus calls his first disciples to become “fishers of people,” but Luke chose a different story: a miraculous catch of fish and the promise of more catching to come. Revelation of the Son … Continue reading
As he said in Nazareth, Jesus came for people who are marginalized and disempowered. In our own thinking, speaking, and teaching, we must emphasize people’s dignity over their disabilities. In this Epiphany season, Jesus has been revealed as God’s beloved … Continue reading