One of my favorite stories in the Bible comes from the very end of John’s gospel. Jesus has been crucified and resurrected, and has appeared a few times to his disciples. But at one point, it’s been awhile. The disciples are confused. They don’t know where Jesus is. They don’t know if they’ll see him … Continue reading A Radical Alternative
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The Kingdom of Heaven is like Antonina’s kitchen…
In Matthew’s gospel Jesus teaches a series of brief parables that include some variation of the phrase, “The Kingdom of Heaven is like…” The Kingdom of Heaven is like a man who sowed seed. The Kingdom of Heaven is like a grain of yeast. The Kingdom of Heaven is like a mustard seed. Like a … Continue reading The Kingdom of Heaven is like Antonina’s kitchen…
When our cures make people sick
In my home church, we have a beautiful Christmas tradition of lining the altar with white poinsettias for our Christmas services. The bright blooms set against the greenery and lighting of the season makes for a stunning display. It is a gorgeous visual invitation into a very special experience of worship. It is an elegant, … Continue reading When our cures make people sick
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My good friend and co-conspirator Jeff Johnson gives us all something to ponder and celebrate this Thanksgiving Day. Enjoy his thoughts: Our Human Life: A Thanksgiving Greeting Peace & love from The Awesomeness Conspiracy
Super Groovy Amazing Awesomeness
For the next week I get the awesome privilege of speaking at one of the coolest events I've ever been part of. The Aldersgate campus of New Creation United Methodist Church in Chesapeake, Va. is holding its annual Youth Week celebration. It's a week of teaching, worship, activities, mission, outreach and, frankly, just a ton … Continue reading Super Groovy Amazing Awesomeness
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