Monthly Archives: April 2022

Why do we pray?  It has often been said there is no point in praying because God is going to do what he wants anyway.  God is in control of our histories and he directs individual lives so what purpose … Continue reading →

Yes!  We are all on the road to Emmaus every single day that we put our little feet on the floor and begin our journey.  Unlike the two disciples who encountered the risen Christ on this ancient road, we can … Continue reading →

Every year that pesky story of doubting Thomas turns up.  You remember how Thomas doubts that Jesus is risen from the dead because he didn’t actually see him risen. Then Jesus appears to Thomas and says, “Do not doubt but … Continue reading →

Years ago, I visited Ireland and toured the beautiful countryside on horseback. Our group of four equestrians rode about 15 miles per day and spent the night at different farmhouses along the way.  One evening we decided to venture into … Continue reading →

Martin Luther was a prolific writer. That is understated! At seminary, I was awed by bookshelf after bookshelf in the campus library that were just his works. He jumped on the technology bandwagon of his day – the printing press … Continue reading →

Put on your spiritual running shoes!   Mark begins his Gospel with urgent news, “Prepare the way of the Lord!”  He’s bursting with good news.  There’s an air of breathless excitement.  There’s no fancy narrative, no prologue, no genealogy – Mark … Continue reading →

Don Williams, an award-winning country singer, renowned for his ballads, had a number 1 hit in 1981 with Lord, I Hope This Day is Good. Lord, I hope this day is goodI’m feelin’ empty and misunderstoodI should be thankful, Lord, I … Continue reading →

I’m sure many of us can remember the song The B-I-B-L-E from our childhoods.  We sang it in Sunday school, in vacation Bible school and sometimes just for fun as it had a catchy tune and was easy to learn … Continue reading →

Do you have an Easter Glow?  The liturgical season of Lent is a solemn preparation for the glorious triumph of Christ’s Resurrection.  Having arrived at that day, everyone glows with excitement and awe.  Jesus is risen!  He is risen indeed!  … Continue reading →

By the time I was born, my mother had left the Roman Catholic Church to become a Lutheran. As a result she hadn’t the slightest temptation to name me after my birthday’s saint–Anselm. It was hard growing up with the … Continue reading →