Oct 20, 2025
Do you like to garden? I like to “think” that I like to garden but truth is, I like the finished product. I’m not really a fan of dirt. Interestingly enough, our creation story involves God metaphorically getting God’s “hands” dirty. Playing in the...
Oct 16, 2025
Scripture Micah 6:8 — “And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” After George Floyd’s murder, our church had a decision to make. We could stay in our familiar space at the high school,...
Oct 15, 2025
Scripture Proverbs 11:30 — “The fruit of the righteous [tzaddik] is a tree of life, and the one who is wise saves lives.” Whether you agree with his politics or not, you have to respect Rev. Joel Simpson’s willingness to take a stand. Simpson is the...
Oct 13, 2025
Scripture Psalm 89:14 — “Righteousness [tzedek] and justice [mishpat] are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you.” I used to think righteousness was about being a good person. You know — don’t lie, don’t cheat,...
Oct 7, 2025
Scripture Genesis 1:31 — “God saw all that he had made, and it was very good.” There was this moment two summers ago when everything just… clicked. Tom and I went to visit his brother and sister-in-law at their home at Bass Lake. I barely knew any of...
