David sinned big, repented big, and the Bible remembers him … as “a man after God’s own heart”.
Our mistakes may not be as public as David’s, but we all fall short of living well, in the steadfast love and mercy of God … [To read more, click on title]
Category Archives: Reflections
Jesus Evicts ‘Business-as-usual’
“What do you think of the table-turning, animal-driving, whip-carrying Jesus? What do you imagine set him off that day? And what do we do with that story? … [To read more, click on title]
He Came Down
Jesus came back down that mountain to continue telling and demonstrating his message of God’s care for all people, and like Abraham, another extraordinary story … we can have faith that even in the long view, in all the ups and downs of life, God is with us … [To read more, click on title]
The Joys of Lent
I get it that Easter is coming but I have difficulty with prolonged periods of sombreness … As Christians we know the joy of a risen Christ. Resurrection Sunday is a most joyous occasion. Scripture and our reflective Good Friday services bring home starkly the harsh reality of the crucifixion of Jesus, making that resurrection joy even more joyous! So much joy! … [To read more, click on title]
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