Jesus tells us not to be afraid, because the only thing to fear is the One who loves us completely. Here is my sermon on Matthew 10:24-39.
The Only Thing to Fear
Talk about Things Good for Our Souls
The desert fathers and mothers from the 3rd and 4th centuries remind us that when we spend our time criticizing everything, "we drag one another down into the abyss." So let's talk about things that are good for our souls.
Book Review: Run with the Horses by Eugene Peterson
How can we learn to live the good life? I reflect on that question as I review Eugene Peterson's book, "Run with the Horses: The Quest for Life at Its Best."
Remembering the Emanuel Nine
On the eve of the anniversary of the Charleston church shooting, I share a few of my personal memories of that day and the events that followed.
Sonnet for Psalm 61
Here is a sonnet I wrote for Psalm 61, as part of my ongoing series of "Poems, Prayers, Psalms, and Promises."
Abiding in God’s Tent
Pondering Psalm 61 led me to thinking about all the tents I've camped in, and this psalm's prayer that we abide in God's tent forever.
One More Reason Why I Miss In-Person Worship
There are lots of reasons why I miss in-person worship. Here is one more.
Your Place in the Family of Things
A poem, prayer, psalm, and promise featuring Psalm 139 alongside one of Mary Oliver's most beloved poems.
Pondering the Black Lives Matter Movement
As I continue to read, listen, and learn about the Black Lives Matter movement, I feel led to share just a few personal thoughts about it.
When Our Souls Are Cast Down, Remember
When our souls are cast down, Psalm 42 invites us to remember, and not to lose hope.
