Yesterday, I served as guest preacher at Faith Presbyterian Church in the North Georgia Mountains (Blue Ridge). I preached on Philippians 4:4-9, and especially about Paul’s exhortation to develop a life marked by rejoicing, gentleness and peace by thinking (pondering, meditating on and taking note of) things that are true, honorable, just, pure, pleasing, commendable,Continue reading “Thinking About the Good Stuff: Be Careful What and Where You Preach”
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The Journey of Faith from Christ the King to Epiphany
Christ the King Sunday and the weeks that follow are my favorite time in the Christian calendar. I love the way the lectionary moves progressively from the majesty of the Kingdom realized in its blazing fullness at Christ’s Second Coming to its humble beginning in the soft light of the manger. Each liturgical year, weContinue reading “The Journey of Faith from Christ the King to Epiphany”
Giving Thanks Amidst the Rubble
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5.18 Years ago, I played the role of Sarah (the wife) in “JB,” a play based on the Biblical book of Job, written (in verse) by Archibald McLeish. In this play, as in many other worksContinue reading “Giving Thanks Amidst the Rubble”
Being the “Fear Not” People
Internet Security. Homeland Security. International Security. Security check-points. Though I grew up in the era of “duck and cover” it seems to me that our drive for security, safety and certainty has increased exponentially since September the 11, 2001. And yet, despite all of our scurrying, deep down I suspect that we’ve only gained theContinue reading “Being the “Fear Not” People”
Thoughts & Images from the Heart 