Who do we blame?
In the Gospel of John, several disciples asked Jesus who to blame for the tragedy of someone being born blind? Jesus answered, “Nobody. He was born blind so that God’s … Continue reading Who do we blame?
Category: Daily Theology
She asked for gas & I offered an orange
At 10:48pm, a woman rang my doorbell. I had never met her and did not recognize her. She said she needed money for gas to get back to Arlington. She … Continue reading She asked for gas & I offered an orange
Mary’s Christmas Letter
Dear Friends, Warmest greetings on a cold Bethlehem night. I pray that this letter finds you well and that this past year has brought you much joy and happiness—despite all … Continue reading Mary’s Christmas Letter
Do we find what we seek?
Do we find what we seek? The way we’ve shaped Christianity, one would think it was all about being nice and middle class and ‘normal’ and under the law. Instead, finding leads to losing, and losing lets you find. Living leads to dying, but life leaves death behind.
Christmas Eve Celebration
On December 2, 1805, the pastor and theologian Friedrich Schleiermacher watched a flute concert. After the concert, he walked back to his apartment and felt a sudden inspiration. He wanted … Continue reading Christmas Eve Celebration
What is discipleship?
If God is everywhere, and the Holy Spirit is present in every interaction, does everything qualify as discipleship? A disciple is the follower of a teacher. Discipleship is intentionally equipping … Continue reading What is discipleship?
How to renew your faith in an age of uncertainty
Following Jesus can feel complicated. Finding an entry point into a life of faith is a challenge. This is especially the case if you didn’t grow up in a Christ-centered … Continue reading How to renew your faith in an age of uncertainty
Schleiermacher’s Funeral
On a cold Wednesday in 1834, a giant took his final breath. Friedrich Daniel Ernst Schleiermacher died that day and all of Berlin came to watch his funeral procession. Today, … Continue reading Schleiermacher’s Funeral
How to Invite Someone to Church
Have you ever wondered how to invite someone to church? Maybe you memorized the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) in Bible School and thought about “making disciples.” One of the steps … Continue reading How to Invite Someone to Church
Post Easter Thoughts
In the life of faith, there is no higher point than Easter. Jesus Christ is risen. God has power over death, and this is the reason for everything else we … Continue reading Post Easter Thoughts
Spy Wednesday
Spy Wednesday is that stop during Holy Week when we look at Judas and his part in Jesus’ story. It’s easy to vilify Judas. He’s the one who betrayed Jesus. … Continue reading Spy Wednesday
Holy Tuesday
Each year, during Holy Week, I experience the full schedule that is typical in ministry. We have special worship services, and Easter is the highlight of the year. At the … Continue reading Holy Tuesday