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This past Sunday, we celebrated Reformation Sunday and 509 years after Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of Wittenberg’s All Saint’s Church on the eve of All Saints’ Day.  “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” is the … Continue reading →

I always get to thinking about Marin Luther this time of year because this October 31 marks 509th anniversary of his Ninety-five Theses. According to tradition Pope Leo X remarked on reading the Theses, “Luther is a drunken German. He … Continue reading →

Did any of you expect you would have a life free of problems? I think when I was very young, I assumed when I grew up my life would be so much better. I could do whatever I wanted, no … Continue reading →

Fanny Crosby’s hymn “Saved by Grace” is one of over 8,000 hymns which she wrote under her name and numerous pen names. She was blind from infancy yet lived a long and active life as a preacher, teacher, lobbyist, wife … Continue reading →

It’s fun, it’s scary, but does it have any spiritual roots?  The historical origin dates back to a pagan Celtic festival called Samhain (pronounced “sow-in”).  Over 2,000 years ago, the Celts in what is now Ireland, the UK, and northern … Continue reading →

Have you ever surprised someone? A personal visit? A thoughtful gift? A surprise party? A hug? Being a good listener? Generosity extends YOU to others without considering a “payback.” Try forgiveness, it is a generous gift to yourself as well … Continue reading →

But He said, “The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.” Luke 18:27 My “tank” seems to be low on fuel these days and I’m not talking about my car. I just can’t accomplish as much as … Continue reading →

He never leaves! LOL! I found this saying on a Fall tee shirt. It may be a little silly, but it is sooooooo true! If we fall in love with Jesus, really fall in love we have a divine being … Continue reading →

In sophomore English we read James Hilton’s Lost Horizon, the novel about Shangri-la, a mysterious religious community high in the Himalayas. Four travelers stranded after a plane crash are taken to safety by a Chinese guide, Chang. While Chang shows … Continue reading →

I read Trevor Noah’s autobiographical essays entitled Born a Crime. Noah, a South African comedian, was born five years before the end of the practice of apartheid. At the time of his birth, it was a crime, punishable by jail … Continue reading →