Entries by Amanda Petersen

God is a Rest-Giving God

The smell of the burning sacrifice filled the air as Noah and his family stood around the newly constructed altar. Shoulder to shoulder, hand in hand they watched as the sacrifices burned up completely.

Enough is Enough

You might feel like this story of Jesus is easy enough to understand. It seems natural to compare the suffering of Lazarus to the luxury of the rich man.

Be a friend.

It’s late at night and you’re driving on the highway, cruising at 70, when all of a sudden you hear this ungodly clunk under the hood. Just like that you’re driving a teakettle on four wheels, smoke pouring out all over the place.

Is it Worth it?

Luke says it so casually: “Large crowds were traveling with Jesus.”  We’re talking about thousands of people at different times.