Monthly Archives: January 2025

I was lying awake one night thinking, “What would it be like to read the story of Jesus for the first time? What if I read the Gospel of Mark having no knowledge of Jesus? How would that affect me?” … Continue reading →

The inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States is scheduled to take place today on the West Front of the United States Capitol.  The swearing in ceremony will be followed by the inaugural luncheon, a … Continue reading →

You know the rubber wristbands that are sometimes given out in honor or memory of someone, or for a cause/charity that is being sponsored? I was straightening “stuff” and actually throwing things away from my desk cubbie and scrunched in … Continue reading →

I was lying awake one night thinking, “What would it be like to read the story of Jesus for the first time? What if I read the Gospel of Mark having no knowledge of Jesus? How would that affect me?” … Continue reading →

I just got back from the dentist. I was a long while in the chair as Dr. J. had to do a lot of work to correct a problem created by a past dentist. I have gone to the dentist … Continue reading →

I wrote last week about the question, “Why did Jesus die?” and how it didn’t satisfy me to say Jesus died to pay the price of our sins. I’m not saying that wasn’t true, only it was never enough of … Continue reading →

In our world of electric lighting, complete darkness is a rare thing. But, I remember walking through the house one stormy night when the power was out. Yes, that meant no lamps burning, no street lights and even no glow … Continue reading →

This is certainly a much bigger topic than a blog page has time or space for. Nevertheless, it is a question that I and perhaps you struggle with. We know the need and the summons from our Lord to go … Continue reading →

The tree is down, the outdoor lights have been removed, even the nativity set is carefully packed away.  The red and green placemats and tablecloths no longer grace my tables.  All the Santas and snowmen are now smiling inside a … Continue reading →

The title of this writing is not about robbers, it is referring to a shepherd’s crook. I’ve not raised sheep, but do know they scatter easily, going astray. There are sheep herding dogs to help a shepherd, but a shepherd … Continue reading →