Good Morning Friends,     Today we read a passage prophesying about the fall of evil's rule on earth and in it is hope of a tool for our success now. So, we need to listen for the message for in it is something of strategic importance. So, Do You Know What The Devil Does Not Want Us … Continue reading Do You Know What The Devil Does Not Want Us To Hear This Thanksgiving? →

 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 on 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 be … Continue reading How Do You See The Drama Of History Being Played Out? →

 Good Morning Friends,     I can tell you what makes people happy. Its 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 see … Continue reading Will The Replacement Of What We Have Become Accustomed Make Us Happy? →

   Good Morning Friends,    Today at the beginning of the Advent season we contemplate Christmas as we consider the trap of some rich fools and the surprising freedom of a poor old widow. We ponder the importance of giving and risking and to stay engaged with God in the best of what life can … Continue reading Is The Holy Spirit Might in the Mite Conceiving In Us Redemption For The New Liturgical Year? →

 Good Morning Friends,    Today is Christ the King Sunday. It will be the culmination of the liturgical year. The roll of the holiday season is upon us with Thanksgiving followed with Advent and the Christmas rush. So, let me wish you a Happy New Year if you follow the "Church" calendar. But before we are taken … Continue reading Who Is Our King? →

   Good Morning Friends,  The setting for today's lectionary reading is the days before the Passover and the final week before Jesus' Crucifixion. Most likely Jesus was staying in the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus in Bethany at night and going to the Temple to teach during the days. And on one day he … Continue reading Would Our Worship Today Measure Up As Sweet Then Bitter? →

 Good Morning Friends,  Today we have examples of both Jesus and John weeping.  I think their tears as ours are designed to soften hearts and give us a better ability to grieve and even be open to hurt and wounding that in time might become a source of healing for others. You see, being open … Continue reading How Do We Prepare To Shed A Credible Tear For What Must Come? →

   Good Morning Friends,  This final parable in Jesus' journey to Jerusalem in the book of Luke highlights the believer's responsibility or stewardship during the interval between Jesus' death and return. Jesus related this story to prepare His followers to understand what they were to do after He died for mankind's sin. His disciples were … Continue reading What Does Jesus Expect Of Us Before His Return? →

   Good Morning Friends,    I wonder how Zacchaeus would react to the reality that thousands of children sing songs about him climbing up a tree and having Jesus as a dinner guest. I imagine he would be pleased for it is the spill over from the transformation of doing justice and being generous. His … Continue reading Have You Opened Your Heart And Home To Jesus? →

Good Morning Friends,      The jostling for position and power can prompt some to explore bad theology. The problem is that we do not have sufficient real opportunities for discussions of scripture as iron sharping iron. People shout positions dulling the opportunity for real dialogue. People need new tools but are not trained in how … Continue reading Do We Know What Want For The Church? →