The Question of Why

Why are there so many rules for Christians? How can I possibly live up to all that? This is a question I heard several times from the unchurched when I was part of a Bible study at West Central Community Correctional Facility. You may have heard this from...

Finding Gifts of Peace in November

This month, most of us celebrate Thanksgiving. There is rich history on this day, which should never be forgotten or taken for granted. Here is what comes to my mind regarding Thanksgiving that I want to share with my church family. I cherish memories of...

Faith Like a Child

Matthew 18:2-4He called a little child to him and placed the child among them. And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is...

The Train of Life

1 Corinthians 13:4-7Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.  Love does not delight in...

A Song of Ascent

Psalm 121 I lift up my eyes to the hills—from where will my help come?My help comes from the LORD,who made heaven and earth.He will not let your foot be moved;he who keeps you will not slumber.He who keeps Israelwill neither slumber nor sleep.The LORD is your...

“Cardio-Inscription”

Reverend Weiss’ sermon Sunday was titled “Cardio-inscription,” which reminds me of Psalm 119:11, “I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” (NLT) The parable in Luke that Reverend Weiss read as the second scripture reading (Luke 18:1-8)...