This week and the event we celebrate is a consequential one for us all. I hope that your Christmas was wonderful and that you are enjoying your holiday season. To close the year, I’ve decided to post a prayer rather than the usual exploration into an aspect of the Christian faith. It seemed appropriate. Thanks. … Continue reading “Ask, and it will be given to you…” Matthew 7:7 A Prayer of Thanksgiving and Hope
Category: Miscellaneous
Thoughts, ideas, explorations that don’t fit any other defined category.
“He is not here; He is risen…” Luke 24:6 // Christ’s Resurrection
For this week’s post I’d like to consider Christ’s resurrection, but in an unusual manner. Last fall I posted two pieces exploring the resurrection from different angles. I’m not being “lazy” but believe that the ideas and thoughts presented in these posts to be particularly important and topical for today. So, I offer them to … Continue reading “He is not here; He is risen…” Luke 24:6 // Christ’s Resurrection
“Are we there yet?!?” / A common family refrain
The following first appeared in the Christian Blog, Coracle published by Smyth & Helwys. I wrote this as an homage to all the family journeys that will take place this Summer of 2019. ******************************************************************************************************************* Summertime is here. And the Great American Migration (aka summer vacation travel) is about to begin. Along with this annual Rite … Continue reading “Are we there yet?!?” / A common family refrain
“Your word is a light unto my feet, and a lamp for my path.” Psalm 119:105 / Study as Worship
Worship. This post continues our series on Worship. Previously we considered Individual and Corporate Worship (Post 48, 05/10/2019), Prayer as Worship (Post 49, 05/17/2019), and Singing as Worship (Post 54, 06/22/2019). This week we will look at Study and how it also is a form of Worship. The Bible is filled with scriptures advising us … Continue reading “Your word is a light unto my feet, and a lamp for my path.” Psalm 119:105 / Study as Worship
“…there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness…” 2 Timothy 4:7 // A Personal Message
One of my oldest and dearest friends passed away earlier this week. His death has affected his and my family deeply. Because of our closeness, I have been very involved in preparation for his funeral and in consoling the family about the loss. I apologize to you, my readers, but I am confident that you … Continue reading “…there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness…” 2 Timothy 4:7 // A Personal Message
“I shall not leave you…I will come to you.” John 14:18 / A Story of Two Women, Part I
This is a story about my Mom and her friend, Vi. Both ladies have gone to their reward, but I believe their story has profound meaning for us so I’ve decided to share it with you. The story is somewhat long, so I’ve broken it into two posts. This week’s installment is Part I. We’ll … Continue reading “I shall not leave you…I will come to you.” John 14:18 / A Story of Two Women, Part I
“…Thou shalt love one another as thyself.” Matthew 22:40 // The Story of Two Women, Conclusion
Last week I began the story of my Mom and her friend Vi. This week we conclude their story and explore lessons we can take away from it. In case you missed it, I suggest you go back and review Post 68 from October 4, 2019, before you read this one. They are two pieces … Continue reading “…Thou shalt love one another as thyself.” Matthew 22:40 // The Story of Two Women, Conclusion
“Am I my brother’s keeper?” Genesis 4:9 / An Editorial
A Troubling Visit Yesterday, I went to visit a friend who is living out his last days in a nursing home. My friend is old and sick. He is tired and confused. The most disturbing thing about his condition, though, is that his mind is no longer functioning at an adult level. Due to age … Continue reading “Am I my brother’s keeper?” Genesis 4:9 / An Editorial
Let no one seek his own good, but the good of his neighbor. 1 Corinthians 10:24 / A Prayer
Our Father, Who art in Heaven, hear our prayer. Oh God, who is above all things, hear our plea. Lord, we come to you to ask that you banish a spiritual crisis that is in our midst. Mighty God, we’ve fallen into an “It’s all about ME” culture and universal mindset. We are all guilty … Continue reading Let no one seek his own good, but the good of his neighbor. 1 Corinthians 10:24 / A Prayer
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” 1 Chronicles 16:34 // A Prayer of Thanksgiving
My apologies to all you Exploring Christianity readers! The last two weeks have been rather hectic, exacerbated by an accident my wife had that resulted in a broken leg. Needless to say, things other than my posts have taken my attention. This post continues what I hope to be an annual tradition, the Thanksgiving Prayer. … Continue reading “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” 1 Chronicles 16:34 // A Prayer of Thanksgiving
