Through the Israelites’ story, we are reminded that God loves imperfect people — in fact, time and again, that’s precisely who God claims and calls. What can we learn from their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land?…
Read MoreMark 1 unfolds with the dynamic narrative of John the Baptist, who heralds the arrival of Jesus.…
Read MoreIn the story of Jesus’ baptism, the heavens part open and the voice of God wraps Jesus in joy and loving care. Some translations of Luke 3:22 read, “in you, I find happiness and delight.” Therefore, we can conclude that we are also the source of God’s joy. When we…
Read MoreThe weather might be cold. But now's your chance to snuggle up with a warm drink and a good book. Check out these recommendations from Therapist Kylie Larson that can help with your journey to better mental health.…
Read MoreIt comes from much more than choosing one word, but narrowing down goals to one word can help keep you grounded, and makes it simple and easy to remember when you're in the middle of all that a year can bring.…
Read MoreJohn 1 blends poetic language and profound theology to introduce the concept of the Word becoming flesh, God in human form.…
Read MoreRituals mark sacred turning points in our lives. They can help us make meaning of celebrations, losses, and transitions. As new parents to Jesus, Mary and Joseph could feel weary for what lies ahead, but perhaps these sacred rituals — and those who bear witness to them—bolster them and give…
Read MoreSimple stories, profound wisdom and endless inspiration are shared through Jesus' parables in Matthew 13.…
Read MoreWe can’t assume others are missing out if they don't see what we see. But we can absolutely model for others the art of slowing down and taking in what is right in front of us.…
Read MoreWonder is all around us — can we recognize it? As we learn how to rejoice in a weary world, can we live in a way that allows amazement and wonder to surprise us often? In Psalm 126, those who expect to reap tears are granted a surprise: shouts of…
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