You would think I would have seen the film Das Boot sooner, given that my son always maintained that the 1981 film is one of the best ever made. What struck me as I watched it in July was how well it unpacked today’s text from Ephesians 4. Das Boot covers, in a mere 5 … read
Today is going to be fun, as we get to talk about the first law of thermodynamics and the nature of miracles. So thanks for being here today! Before we get into all those good things, let’s have a few words about this story. The first miracle in today’s lesson, the feeding of the five … read
How do you feel about power? Does the idea of it make you feel encouraged, wary, or nauseous? In our scripture for today, the word “power” is repeated three times and is the central theme in this passage. This week, I heard from a few people that they are very uncomfortable with power. It is … read
Verse from “The Summons” Will you come and follow me if I but call your name? Will you go where you don’t know and never be the same? Will you let my love be shown? Will you let my name be known? Will you let my life be grown in you and you in me? … read
If someone were to lay out in video form, HD, all of the worst mistakes and worst decisions you’ve made in your life, and had you watch it, how would you feel? All the times you’ve hurt someone, your regrets, your sins, laid bare before you? Our Scripture for today, Psalm 130, provocatively asks us … read
A Sri Lankan pastor named D.T. Niles, who lived in the 20th century, is best known for this quote. “Evangelism is one beggar telling another beggar where to find bread.” Evangelism, sharing the good news, is about living with generosity, and empathy, and love of God, and concern for the larger whole. Which may or … read