Benediction: Parenting
One of my favorite songs is called “Broken Tether” by the Collection. The singer is wrestling with his failure and … Continue reading Benediction: Parenting
Category: Benedictions
Benediction: Jonah 1
Jonah is clearly a failed Christ figure. He even spent 3 days in a tomb that should have been the … Continue reading Benediction: Jonah 1
Benediction: Jonah 2
Many of the questions we ask God can’t be answered directly, not because God doesn’t know the answers but because … Continue reading Benediction: Jonah 2
Benediction: Isaiah 42:1-9
One of our biggest roadblocks to justice is the zero sum, winner takes all mentality.We also can’t just pursue Justice, … Continue reading Benediction: Isaiah 42:1-9
Benediction: Luke 2:8-20
I’m really fascinated by the Shepherds. This reprehensible, foul-smelling, swearing, group of men that spend their days with stupid animals, … Continue reading Benediction: Luke 2:8-20
Benediction: Luke 1:26-28
I’ve always been fascinated by the “Island of Misfit Toys”. But it’s also always bothered me, because honestly, most of … Continue reading Benediction: Luke 1:26-28
Benediction: Luke 2:22-28
If I were asked what emotion I most associate with Christmas, it would probably be melancholy. Not sadness, but whatever … Continue reading Benediction: Luke 2:22-28
Benediction: Philippians 2:19-30
When the Tin Man sets off on his journey with his friends, he is led by questions — Can the … Continue reading Benediction: Philippians 2:19-30
Benediction: Philippians 3:1-14
In the Old Testament, God established many feasts and celebrations. These were often command performances — no opting out. Because … Continue reading Benediction: Philippians 3:1-14
Benediction: Philippians 3:15-21
Wendell Berry has characterized modern political discourse as “groups pressuring other groups to do the things they themselves are unwilling … Continue reading Benediction: Philippians 3:15-21
