Christianity and Ladders

The Church in Medieval times used the image of a ladder to talk about piety.  The hope was to be close to God.  And the perceived way was to work…

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One Need Not Walk Alone

Soldiers die alone on battlefields all around the world.  Everyday people while living through the cares and occupations of their daily lives die suddenly, often alone.  Most of us, I…

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God’s Work In Worship

I grew up in a Christian tradition that thought of worship primarily as what we do for God; prayers and praise, thanksgiving, etc.  I still believe these are important parts…

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Journeys and Stories

We live in an age of social media.  Like any tool there are banes and blessings in using it.  Up to date and immediate information about your loved ones is…

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The Blessed Identity

In this politically charged time identity politics is the rage.  Everyone, it seems, is retreating into the safety of their respective chosen tribes.  “I identify this way.”  “I identify that…

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Why Worship God?

Some people don’t worship God because they don’t like God.  I too dislike the caricatures of God we so often read about in the media.  Who wants a God who…

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