All four gospels are important to understanding the good news of Jesus, but what is special about Luke's Gospel? As we begin a church year that primarily features Luke, here is a brief overview of this gospel.
What’s So Special About Luke’s Gospel?
Giving Thanks in All Circumstances
Here are some thoughts on the spiritual practice of giving thanks in all circumstances, and why it is so important for us all.
The Two Words that Summarize Our Christian Faith
These two words "contain a summary of all of Christianity," according to Martin Luther, but why "grace" and "peace"? Here is my reflection on that question.
The Rock on Which the Church Is Built
Built on a rock the church shall stand, but what is the rock on which the church shall stand? Here is my reflection on that question.
My Visit to the Tomb of Lazarus
I had the great privilege and blessing of visiting the tomb of Lazarus three years ago, when I was on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land with my daughter. Here is a reflection on our visit to the site of this great miracle.
Bible Nonets: The Letters of Paul (Romans – Philemon)
As I read through the Bible this year, I am writing a nonet poem for each of its sixty-six books. Here are my nonets for the thirteen canonical letters of Paul.
Song of Blind Bartimaeus After His Healing by Madeleine L’Engle
Song of blind Bartimaeus after his healing | Madeleine L'Engle All praise to thee, my God, this night for all I see, both night and day. All praise for loveliness of things! During the shadows of un-sight you kept the raging fears at bay. All praise to thee, my God, this night for all the…
My Faith Looks Up to Thee
My Faith Looks Up to Thee | Ray Palmer My faith looks up to thee, thou Lamb of Calvary, Savior divine: now hear me while I pray, take all my guilt away, O let me from this day be wholly thine. May thy rich grace impart strength to my fainting heart, my zeal inspire; as…
A God Who Can Sympathize With Us: A Reflection on Hebrews 4:14-16
The Letter to the Hebrews reminds us of a simple yet profound idea, that we worship a God who is able to sympathize with us. Here is a reflection on this passage, Hebrews 4:14-16.
The Simple Grace of Being Accepted
What does it mean to be struck by grace? In this passage, Paul Tillich offers a beautiful description of grace, and the healing gift of simply being accepted.
My Pastoral Ponderings 