Good Morning Friends,  The Gospel of Jesus has always been a bit disturbing to people, but it is never really dull. People, especially those in power, look at it with suspicion. And frankly it is understandable, for when opportunities for being part of critical events in Holy History present themselves, danger seems to always … Continue reading How Do You See The Drama Of History Being Played Out? →

   Good Morning Friends,      I can tell you what makes people happy. It's dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin. The best ways to produce those hormones and neurotransmitters is to exercise, eat a healthy diet with lots of different plants, pray, have purpose, do things that help other people and be in a community where you … Continue reading Will The Replacement Of What We Have With What We Think We Want Make Us Happy? →

    Good Morning Friends,     Today we consider the beginning of the Advent season this coming Sunday and the scripture selections from the lectionary for this time in the worship year. We consider the nearly 1700-year history of practice of what we experience in our worship year just begun. More specifically we, in our stewardship … Continue reading Is The Holy Spirit Might in the Mite Conceiving In Us A Dream Of Redemption For The New Liturgical Year? →

    Good Morning Friends,     I am always looking for opportunities to nudge others to experience new ways to serve God. Parables can help us in this regard. But actions too. Sometimes I will prompt others to experience the multiplying effect of God's love by giving a specific person a $20 bill with the contingency … Continue reading How Much Spiritual Risk Capital Are You Thinking About Investing? →

 Good Morning Friends,    I've heard a lot of conversation on the passage about Jesus' walking on water that has focused on Peter, who finds himself sinking into stormy seas when he begins to doubt Jesus. But if we only focus on the moment that Peter sinks, we will have missed the most wonderful part … Continue reading How Much Persistence Do You Have When You Doubt The Wisdom Of Stepping Out Of The Boat? →

   Good Morning Friends,        People like to remember happy times and significant events. Memories are precious; they keep us connected to people, places, and events that have shaped us and influenced our lives. We may wish we could forget some things, but even life's unpleasantries like war can offer lasting lessons learned through adversity. … Continue reading Why Not Substitute The Transformative Truth And Love Of Christ Into Our Memories? →

   Good Morning Friends,     Patience is a virtue but often it is God's patience waiting for our action of faith that is the tipping point of grace. In today's scripture, we have a message for those who think they are living by faith but not getting the results, they had hoped for. No disrespect … Continue reading Are We Waiting For God To Answer Our Prayers Without Taking Any Responsibility? →

 Good Morning Friends,       Today we look at the parable of the farmer and his slave, and the way it cures our self-pity and sets the standard for the ideal attitude of a disciple of Christ. We are to exhibit humility but also active engagement in the reality that we have been blessed to be … Continue reading Can Our Cults Of Happiness We Call Religion Become Zealous Models For Good Deeds? →

    Good Morning Friends,      Sometimes there are problems because unqualified people get into places of leadership or because places of leadership have not been filled or people try end runs around leaders. Sometimes people get rushed as I did yesterday in reposting an older devotional unedited with untimely references. The Greek word translated "set … Continue reading Do You Know The Process Of Mending A Broken System That Needs To Be Set In Order? →

   Good Morning Friends,    On occasion I get a communication asking me to pray for someone who has been diagnosed with a serious disease. Maybe you too have had these requests and wondered what you are going to say. It is certainly best if the Spirit moves the heart in the choice of words. … Continue reading Are You Listening and Responding To The Message That Love Is Stronger Than Death? →