Uncovered: The Need for Transfiguration

We’ve reached the end of the season of Epiphany. Today, we’ll have one last look at what needs to be uncovered, only today it’s going to feel different.

Overcome Evil with Good

Jesus said it clearly to the Roman Governor Pontius Pilate right before his crucifixion: “My kingdom is not of this world.” He meant that in almost every sense.

Cursed or Blessed?

There once were two men who flew together on the same flight. One of the men had a horrible flight, one had a great flight.

There’s Always A Reason Not To…

Today’s Gospel account starts with some dirty nets and discouraged men. Three are mentioned by name, but there were actually four—Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, is named in other accounts.

Agenda Uncovered

“He who has a “why” to live for can bear with almost any “how.” Those words originally attributed to German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche were used by Viktor Frankel in describing his experiences in a concentration camp.

Rejection Is Not The Exception

It’s been a distinct joy as a father to see my children grow in faith. My son, Solomon, is almost 5 now and we’ve been having some good conversations about Jesus.

What Does A Good Neighbor Look Like?

Let’s play a word association game. What’s the first thing that pops into your head when I say: “Good Neighbor?”

Seeing What the LORD Sees

When you stop to think about it, our sight tends to be the sense we trust the most. We use phrases like, “I’ll believe it when I see it,” or “I don’t believe what I just saw!”

Do You Value God’s Wisdom?

British science fiction author Arthur Clarke said, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Any time there is a big enough gap between what we observe with…

I Must Take Care of My Father’s Buisness

Jesus took care of his Father’s business and gives us the desire to fulfill our duty to God as well.