Whose Song Will We Sing?

Whose Song Will We Sing?

Luke 1:39-56 46 And Mary said,“My soul magnifies the Lord, 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior… (Luke 1:46–47 NRSV) I enjoy Christmas music! The hymns, songs, and carols are among the most joyous of all music. I also like Advent music. Advent music is...
When Blessings Become Curses

When Blessings Become Curses

In today’s society, the words “bless” and “blessing” are sometimes used quite casually. When somebody sneezes, another person will respond, “Bless you!” When something happy or positive happens to someone whether it is a new baby, new job, or a lottery jackpot, those...
The Kingdom of God

The Kingdom of God

The language we use affects the understandings we hold. I have recently been thinking about a prime example, the language of “king” and “kingdom” especially as used in the phrases “kingdom of God” and “kingdom of...
God’s Children as Peacemakers

God’s Children as Peacemakers

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9 (NRSV) “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Matthew 5:9 (ESV) Some Bible verses are packed with meaning. They can be observed from many angles. Thus,...