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Song for the Weekend: Ingrid Michaelson and Greg Laswell

Hope this brings a smile!  May you love someone like this, and find love like this …
You see the light that I can’t see
You see the light in me

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Preparing for Lent: Renewal and Rest

Giving up and taking on … these two phrases reflect my approach to Lent this year.  First, I will identify things in my life to “give up” – things in which I’ve (mis)placed my dependence and trust.  Second, I will identify a couple of spiritual practices to “take on” – practices that will increase my [...]

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Prayer for the Week: Winter Prayer

Gracious God, the leaves have fallen, the air has become cold, and bare trees now seem to open the sky. Remind me that this is a time to slow down in order to be attentive to the stark stillness winter brings. Help me breathe deeply the frigid air and know myself to be [...]

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The “Jealousy” of God

The idea that the God of the Bible is a “jealous” deity has always left me wandering.  On one hand, I kind of like that God is “jealous for me!”  It shows a passion and interest that is comforting (if not egocentric).  On the other hand, jealousy is not the most admirable emotion – it [...]

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Evangelism & Social Activism: On Eliminating the ‘&’

For too long, evangelism and social activism have been separated. Followers of Jesus are given the false impression they must choose to be involved with one or the other at a time.
Jesus came with saving love for the whole world. He indwells the church, empowering us to be on mission with him, redeeming [...]

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What Did Jesus Say?

I’ve read and heard these words hundreds of times.  They’re from one of Jesus’ most famous teachings.  These are words that are well integrated into the consciousness of western culture:
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.
– Luke 6:27-28
As I read [...]

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