For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and … Continue reading The Word of God
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The Bible Is Weird Like That
When we pay attention to who is speaking, who is listening, and why, a bigger picture begins to emerge.
On Moderation: A Lengthy Exploration of “Water to Wine”
I love this story, but maybe the wine itself isn’t the point.
Angels and Anchors
Seriously, what is this book’s deal with angels? What this author says about angels will eventually lead us to a deeper conversation about Jesus as well.
Smoky Psalms
Smoke has multiple meanings in the Hebrew tradition, and the author of Hebrews knows this when citing Psalm 102.
Intro to Hebrews
Couldn’t make it to our first Brews & Hebrews gathering? We’ve got you covered! This post provides a snapshot of the first great mystery of Hebrews: Who wrote it?
Peace
Looking around the world sometimes, peace seems scarce. When we turn on the news or log onto any social media platform, we’re greeted with the numbing aggression of an outrage-fueled … Continue reading Peace
Why Didn’t You Just Give Up?
It was our usual Wednesday morning bible study, which consists mostly of homeless people and community volunteers talking and learning together. While these studies are usually a great time of … Continue reading Why Didn’t You Just Give Up?
Jesus Is for All Y’all
There’s a shortcoming in the English language that most other languages don’t share. In English, “you” can mean either one person or several people depending on context, and this can lead … Continue reading Jesus Is for All Y’all
I’m not “anti-church”
I sometimes worry that my posts and social media activity come off as “anti-church.” In fact, a colleague recently described me as such, so let’s go ahead and get one … Continue reading I’m not “anti-church”