It’s been two months since I have published anything due to a series of unfortunate events that have hit our household. I will try to catch you up here by beginning with a story…. “Who gets cancer in their leg?” Both Johnny and CJ were present for the biopsy report of a large malignant tumor…
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Seed-Soil-Water-Wind-Roots
A Pentecost Sunday Reflection Fragility of seed Cracked open in order to grow Planted in good deep soil Bringing life from death. Readiness of soil Anticipation of a good crop Stones and thorns removed Ground broken, sifted. Water of life poured over us Providing nourishment Working Your mystery with Light Repent, be baptized Sins departed,…
Heartburn: The Day After Easter
The chairs are folded, the pastries and coffee put away, and everyone who has volunteered in their various roles in churches across the world are taking a rest today. Whew! Putting on an Easter service is hard work, requiring all hands on deck! The reflections on what went well, and what could be done better…
TRA LA: A PASSION WEEK PERSPECTIVE
Today, Mark’s dad Jerry, would have turned 103. I spent some time reflecting on the legacy he left his family and friends. We miss him a lot, especially on his birthday. We somehow believed he would live forever. (Well, the truth is, he is living forever, but you know what I mean.) Last year on…
Blessed Emptiness
“Blessed emptiness” seems like an oxymoron, doesn’t it? If the glass is empty, how can I feel blessed? What does it have to offer me? How can I be blessed and empty at the same time? I believe it was in a short video devotional with John Ortberg that I first heard these words, but…