A Practical Peace — Book Review The World is about to Turn: Mending a Nation’s Broken Faith Rick Rouse and Paul O. Ingram, (Chalice Press, St. Louis, 2020). Rick Rouse and Paul Ingram have given Christians and people of all faiths a useful gift in their book, The World is about to Turn: Mending a […]
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Logos 9-A Great Bible Study Tool
Around fifteen years ago, I found a treasure. It has been a blessing to me ever since. I discovered Logos Bible Software. I started with the basic package and then slowly added to it over the years. Logos has become an essential part of my life—something like a car, TV or cell phone—I don’t know […]
Small Business Book Helpful to Congregations
The church is the church and should not be viewed as a business. At the same time, church leaders can learn a great deal from the business world in terms of leadership and team building. My friend and brother in Christ, Jerry Houston, has written a book entitled The Eccentric Entrepreneur. I was privileged to […]
Genesis 15:1-6, God’s Promise to Abraham
God’s Promise to Abraham Devotions for Genesis 15:1-6 September 14-20, 2020 Monday, God’s Promise to Abraham “Do not be afraid” (15:1a). The playground was filled with children. Screams of excitement along with laughter filled the air. The children didn’t have a care in the world. They were free to enjoy the moment and celebrate […]
Book Review, Holy Troublemakers
Everyday Saints Holy Troublemakers and Unconventional; Saints, Daneen Akers, (Oceanside, CA, Watchfire Media, 2019). Oftentimes saints are portrayed as larger than life. People like Mother Theresa, Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, and Bishop Oscar Romero inspire us. We are humbled by their life stories and accomplishments. We can never imagine, though, that we could be […]
Genesis 2:4b-17; 3:1-8, Adam and Eve
Adam and Eve September 7-13, 2020 Monday, Adam and Eve “Then the Lord God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being” (Genesis 2:7) Cal ran the pieces of lumber through the saw and the router. He handled each piece […]
The Light Way–Helpful Health Tips
The Light Way: God’s Tools for a Healthy, Happy, Long Life, Jessica Mutunga, FDN-P (2019, Jessica Mutunga). Jessica Mutunga has written a delightful, little book that is filled with tips for a healthy, happy, and long life. Her book, The light Way: God’s Tools for a Healthy, Happy, Long Life offers a wholistic approach to […]
Luke 11:2-4, The Lord’s Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer For the next four Sundays (August 16 – September 6), the Narrative Lectionary will focus on the Lord’s Prayer as it is found in the gospel of Luke (Luke 11:2-4). When working with the Lord’s Prayer, I have always found Martin Luther’s thoughts from his Small Catechism to be insightful and worth […]
Encouraging Discussion and Change
We Love You, But You’re Going to Hell: Christians and Homosexuality Agree, Disagree, Take a Look, Dr. Kim O’Reilly (New York, Elm Hill, 2020). One of the hot button issues currently dividing Christianity is homosexuality. Traditionally the church has been against same sex relationships and its various permutations. In recent decades, however, there has been […]
2 Corinthians 8:1-15, They Gave Themselves First to the Lord
They Gave Themselves First to the Lord Devotions for 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 August 3-9, 2020 Monday, They Gave Themselves First to the Lord “We want you to know … about the grace of God that has been granted to the churches of Macedonia” (2 Corinthians 8:1). Some congregations include a brief litany in their […]