Monthly Archives: May 2016

 * You’ve heard it said that we are the salt and light of the world.  Let us also be the coffee of the world.  It’s easy to get drawn in by the negativity surrounding us in the news, in conversation, … Continue reading →

In one of my recent classes, we were asked, “If you had to choose only one of the synoptic Gospels to have with you on a deserted island, which would you choose and why?”  I chose Luke.  In Luke, Jesus’ … Continue reading →

Come down, O Love divine; Seek thou this soul of mine And visit it with thine own ardor glowing. O Comforter, draw near; Within my heart appear and kindle it, thy holy flame bestowing. Oh, let it freely burn, Till … Continue reading →

When I was a child, the first song I remember learning was Jesus loves me. This song has stuck with me my entire life. It’s message never changes. Read John chapter 3, especially verses 16 and 17. God has told … Continue reading →

So many things have crossed my mind this week in Brazil. Annie mentioned that some people were concerned about me. They heard about the Brazilian President’s impeachment, economic downturn, and millions of protestors in the streets.  I have only experienced … Continue reading →

We have been reviewing the Lord’s prayer over the past several weeks with Luther’s Small Catechism as a guide.  I hope the review has been as beneficial for you as it has been for me. And forgive us our trespasses, … Continue reading →

Years ago someone suggested I keep a prayer journal.  Normally, a prayer journal is a notebook you write your prayers in.  Some people like to leave space to write how their prayers were answered.  It’s nice to look back and see … Continue reading →

Prayer is our direct connection with our living God.  It’s our communication line and one way we strengthen our relationship with God.  Prayer is often thought of as our time to ask God for something, but it’s more than just … Continue reading →

Each of the gospels has a different emphasis on Jesus’ character.  John’s gospel paradoxically portrays both the divinity and approach-ability of Jesus. It portrays Jesus as both the source of life and as a nurturing and intimate person. This Gospel … Continue reading →

“I will not leave you orphaned.” Those are the words Jesus speaks to his disciples shortly before his arrest. For those used to the old translation of the Authorized Version, “I will leave you comfortless,” this is a strange turn … Continue reading →