The funk is slowly creeping in again. Like a vat of molasses, spoiled and bitter, pouring over my soul. COVID cases are on the rise yet again—an average of over 3,000 cases per day here in Arizona alone. Can’t breathe. Arguing over masks infringing on civil liberties and individual rights? What about everyone else’s right … Continue reading “The Prophets May Have Something To Say”
Category: Christian practice
“He’s learned his lesson”
When one of my children do something wrong or behave inappropriately, my wife and I as parents have a responsibility to hold them accountable. Yes, we sometimes have to choose our battles. But, for the most part, it is our responsibility to offer oversight of their behavior and growing up. When they continue to do … Continue reading ““He’s learned his lesson””
Christmas and the Resurrection
Bear with me as I jump to spring for a moment. Joan Chittister joins a growing number of theologians and writers who are seeking clarify the meaning of the Resurrection of Jesus: it's not about "resuscitation." She writes, A corpse does not come to life here and wait again to die. A body does not … Continue reading “Christmas and the Resurrection”
We’re Grieving…
It has been a very tense and difficult week. I’m watching the social media world explode with accusations, cruel words of ridicule, and defiant claims. I don’t know about you, but I’m grieving. I’m grieving because no matter the outcome of this election, we remain a deeply divided country. I think we’re all grieving in … Continue reading “We’re Grieving…”
What’s Your Energy?
Friends. Friends are important. So much of the Hebrew and Christian Greek scriptures are about friends—community, koinonia, agape. Right now, it’s hard being separated from friends. In fact, it’s downright painful. Technology has helped—Zoom, Skype, and “ancient” technology like the phone. I’ve even renewed my letter writing, which went on hiatus since March (there is … Continue reading “What’s Your Energy?”