Take up your cross, Jesus said, and follow him. But what if the cross we are asked to bear is not one we want? Here is a poem reflecting on this question.
What Is the Shape of Your Cross?
Raising Our Hearts and Making Straight the Path
Prepare the way of the Lord, John the baptizer declares to us at the beginning of Mark's Gospel, by making his paths straight. How? Here is my sermon on Mark 1:1-8 reflecting on that question.
Theodicy: If God Is Good, Why Is There Suffering?
If God is good and all-powerful, why do good things happen to bad people and bad things happen to good people? Here is a guest post by my daughter reflecting on this age-old question.
A Glimpse of the Light of God
Here are a few thoughts to share with you about this unusual season of Advent in which we find ourselves, followed by a poem by Ann Weems, as part of my ongoing series of "Poems, Prayers, Psalms, and Promises."
What’s So Special About Mark’s Gospel?
All four gospels are important to understanding the good news of Jesus, but what is important about Mark's Gospel? As we begin a church year that primarily features Mark, here is a brief overview of this gospel.
Sonnet for Psalm 119
Psalm 119 is the longest of all psalms, and no wonder, as it is a song of praise to God's word. Here is a sonnet that I wrote for Psalm 119, as part of my ongoing series of "Poems, Prayers, Psalms, and Promises."
O My Soul, Keep Awake!
What is the great malady of our time? It is arguably the "loss of soul." Here is my sermon on Mark 13:24-37, exploring what it might mean for us to pay renewed attention to our souls.
Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit?
What does it mean to speak of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? Here is a guest post by my daughter reflecting on that very question.
A Poem for Thanksgiving: Let Us Give Thanks by Gerhard E. Frost
As we get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving, here is a wonderful poem by Gerhard E. Frost, "Let Us Give Thanks."
Human Being, Pay Attention to Your Soul!
Dietrich Bonhoeffer offers a vivid reminder to us not to let the "frenzy of life" lead to neglecting our souls.
My Pastoral Ponderings 