We live in troubling times. Peace is a commodity more precious than gold. Today the CDC announced that the United States has “way too much virus” to control the pandemic as cases surge across the country. Meanwhile, nineteen hours ago, a new flu virus with “pandemic potential” found in China is carried by pigs but…
Connecting the Dots
Over the years, people who know of my faith and my training in ministry, have a tendency to turn to me when spiritual information is needed. There tends to be two questions that I am asked over and over again because of my degrees from the Seminary. People want to know how about connecting the…
Return from Babylon
For most of us, the exile has seemed like years and months, not weeks. Hours before Sunday morning worships were scheduled to begin, decisions were made from Maine to California that church doors would not open on March 15th. The hope among politicians and religious leaders was that the act would help deter the spread…
Using the Koinonia Bible Study Lesson
Wondering how to work through a Koinonia Bible Study lesson? This chart shows you how to maneuver through the web page and what to expect. The chart steps you through a page showing several things to look for. Koinonia – from the New Testament Greek word for “fellowship” – Bible Studies provide a flexible presentation.…
Fish, Fridays and the Frivolous
We recently cleaned out a storage bin that we had rented for over a decade, hoping to save a little money each month. It didn’t take long to realize the boxes were filled with the frivolous. We opened every container, browsing through Legos and Ninja Turtles, Barbies and My Little Ponies, and McDonald’s toys and…
Promises Kept
There are times, seasons perhaps, in my life when I reflect on the things that are important and of value. The death of a friend or family member causes me to ponder the meaning and purpose of life and the possibility of life after death. A change in circumstances at work makes me consider priorities…