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Taking care of yourself and avoiding burnout while serving others in a humanity-based field is hard. Learn strategies to release the stress that can be taken in from this work. We can only help others when we have the capacity … Continue reading
When Jesus said, “Love your neighbor,” he didn’t put limits on it. He welcomed all. Faith-based gatherings should welcome all, too, especially from their own community. Learn how to include others. Jesus said, “Love your neighbor” (Matthew 22:39). He didn’t … 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
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
We all wear masks to help us fit in and keep ourselves safe. But we cannot experience meaningful relationships—even God’s unconditional love—without vulnerability. How can you create a safe space where people can be vulnerable in our faith communities? Doubt, … 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
We are created to love God, as well as to love others. Loving God means cultivating (but not creating) a relationship with God by walking with, working with, and worshipping God. Created to Care, Created to Love This post marks … Continue reading
God created us to love. From the foundation of God’s unconditional love for us, God calls us to love and worship God and serve and pursue justice for the people around us. Created to Care As you may or may … Continue reading
While we might see this passage where Paul waxes poetic about love on its own, it is directly connected to what comes before: a discussion of spiritual gifts and how to use them. And that use is to love God … Continue reading
The Israelites—after a long detour—are about to enter the Promised Land. Moses recounts their (mis)adventures since their deliverance, including God’s gift of the Torah: instructions on how to love. Since Last Time… Last week, we met the people of Israel … Continue reading