Sharing a reflection on the correct version of a famous quote by Blaise Pascal about the God-shaped hole within us all.
The Infinite Abyss that Can Only Be Filled by God
Stranger by Thomas Merton
Reflections on "Stranger," a poem by Thomas Merton.
Mustard Seeds and Majesty: My Sermon on Mark 4:26-34
In a world that can sometimes be lacking in mystery and majesty, the kingdom of God described in the parables of Jesus offers us both.
Awe Without God?
A recent article lifted up the health benefits of experiencing awe in life, but what does awe look like without God?
The Devout Christian of the Future
What did Rahner mean when he wrote that the Christian of the future will either be a "mystic" or will cease to be anything at all? Here is a reflection on these well-known words.
Are We Drifting Toward a Religion Without Awe?
A reflection on Evelyn Underhill's caution regarding "Practical Christianity."
Now that the Strong Man Is Bound: My Sermon on Mark 3:20-35
Jesus came to bind the strong man, Satan, so that we would be free to live out Jesus' mission. Here is my sermon on Mark 3:20-35.
Qoheleth’s Seasons
A sonnet inspired by the words of the great teacher, Qoheleth, in the Book of Ecclesiastes.
Restless Until We Rest in God
A reflection on why Augustine's most well-known statement is one of my favorite quotes, and what it has taught me about myself and God.
What Are You Looking For?
This is another in my series exploring Scripture's most compelling questions, in this case the first question asked by Jesus in the Gospel of John.
