Mar 29, 2024
When I was in seminary, some of my classes would be 9 hours in duration, giving an hour for lunch. That’s a long time for any of us to sit still. To pass the time I’d draw boxes on my paper and every five minutes color them in. When there were less empty...
Mar 27, 2024
Do you like patterns? For some, it’s a fun challenge to identify a pattern, figuring it out. For others it’s a nuisance and unnecessary. Whether we like patterns or not, they are undeniable in life. And as we evolve as a species we learn more and more...
Mar 26, 2024
My stomach is a great gauge of my anxiety. Anytime anything difficult is going on, there is truly a “pit” in my stomach. Ever have that feeling? How does your anxiety manifest itself? When Jesus began his ministry, the focus was on experiencing the Kingdom...
Mar 25, 2024
Sometimes we can prepare for storms. Like snow in the south . . . you know there is a hint of it coming weeks ahead of time. Then, it is breaking news leading into it, during it, and then reports following, as well. There is a mad rush to the grocery store, no bread...
Mar 22, 2024
First off, THANK YOU! Holy cow the ways you were “the church” last Sunday! Whether you supported it financially by buying off the Amazon wishlist, through your generosity and offerings to West, or by egging kid’s houses, you made a difference. You...
Mar 7, 2024
A question to ponder . . . How many times did Jesus point to himself, his wants, his “must-haves” instead of pointing to God, loving self, loving others, and simply Loving? “What do you mean you have loaves and fish? I prefer lamb.” “I prefer drums, not flute and...
