When someone says “whatever” to us usually we’re being placated or dismissed. Meant this way, “whatever“ signals the shrinking of listening and understanding. Not with Paul! “Whatever” is his way to invite
Whatever
Reverse
in UNO one of the cards permits you to reverse the flow of the game. The bible tells us about a God who delights in playing the reverse card.
Anchored Part 2
The prophet Jeremiah knew something about being anchored in hope. He lived through societal collapse, disorientation, displacement, violence and grief. Yet, two thirds through his famous laments and visions, he interrupts himself to speak of a “future and a hope.” That’s because
Delay
When delay comes we are often tempted to deny or dismiss God. Prolonged suffering, disorientation and despair can bring our most godless selves to the surface. When
Confidence
St. Paul’s letters accomplish three things: they reveal the character of God; invite the reader on a journey and paint a picture of
Incline
To “incline” is to stretch out toward something, to bend and be biased towards it. To incline to God’s words is to tune one’s life for harmony with God. When we incline our ears to God’s words, we
Matchless
You may have never heard of the two most heroic people in the bible. Their names are Shiprah and Puah. Two African women. Two Hebrew midwives. Two enslaved freedom fighters. Two incredible theologians. When tyranny
Defiles
“You are what you eat.” is well worn wisdom. Now Jesus tells the other half of the truth. “Whatever you eat, goes in the mouth, moves to the stomach and then the sewer. But what comes out of the mouth comes from the heart,
No Ghost
Ghost stories are big business in Hollywood. Some pay money just to experience fear-inducing stories. But as intriguing as ghost stories can be, I prefer God stories.
Enough
We don’t talk much about miracles these days. Surrounded by stories of division and suffering, we have become skeptical. The world tells us there is never enough—