Dennis Edwards
This week, we talk to Dr. Dennis Edwards, an author, pastor, educator, and activity, about the fascinating topic of humlity. In his latest book, Humility Illuminated, Dr. Edwards talks about
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Fetching Grace
Mephibosheth. Sound that one out, then imagine yourself with the burden of that name hanging around the neck of your life. Mephibosheth was Jonathan’s son. David found him when he
The difference between repentance and saying you’re sorry
Forgiveness is the centerpiece of our gospel. It is half the gift God offers through the cross, the other half being an invitation into the fullness of life. Repentance is
Ten 21st-century sins (and one remedy)
The funny thing about sin is how it can lure us into thinking ours isn’t so bad. Most of us who sit in church have mastered the big ones. Not
The Gospel of Welcome
There are few phrases that evoke more warmth or comfort than this one: Welcome home. In that welcome, we experience all we need. We are safe. We are loved. We
ELCA: foreshadowing a UMC future?
In the United Methodist Church these days, it is all about “the plans.” Three have been recommended by the Commission on a Way Forward. I note them here for reference,
Jesus is a friend.
December was a hard month and its effect continues to creep into my days and the days of many I love. We lost a friend, so we are all learning
This year: Migrate from “Why Me?” to “What now?”
Simcha Bunim was a Jewish rabbi who lived in Poland in the 1700s. He is best known for what might be called the parable of the two pockets. The parable
Jesus changes everything.
Think about the impact of one child’s birth in Bethlehem on the world we live in today. It is stunning to remember just how radically that one life has altered
You are a strange bird (or, What it means to love like Jesus)
You are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a peculiar people; that you should show forth the praises of him who has called you out of darkness
Change Your Mind.
Today’s post is a gift from Angel H. Davis. A Christ follower who lives in Athens, Ga. Angel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in healing prayer. Read on:
It’s a lot easier to be a hypocrite than it is to be holy.
(Today, I’m giving this space to Leah Hartman, who I met at New Room. Read on …) “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye
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