So, how’s everyone’s week of the third heat wave of the summer and the Delta variant been? Don’t you just love changing plans? Isn’t it great to be reminded of our climate crisis in real time? And this Delta variant. The back and forth, masks, no masks, masks again. Being annoyed at unvaccinated people or … read
When I was young, a favorite TV show our family watched– was Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In. I especially enjoyed the comedian Flip Wilson, who told outrageous stories, and then confessed: “The devil made me do it!” To us, the devil can seem comical, and an archaic notion. But, hold on. . . think about what’s happening: the … read
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