We begin this story of Jesus encountering the Gerasene demoniac, not when Jesus steps on the shores of the country of the Gerasenes, but in the few verses preceding this incident (cf. Mark 4.39-41). The question still ringing in the air as Jesus steps from the boat is, “Who then is this, that even wind and… [Read more…]
January 3, 2012
Only the grace of God can break into our darkened hearts which we've barricaded.
November 28, 2011
God is less concerned about the stuff in our lives and more concerned about us.
November 5, 2011
Tune into God's story in your life, it's the best story ever.
November 2, 2011
Holy God, the troubles of our hearts loom large, and our distress is often deep. Turn graciously to us in our affliction and loneliness, forgiving all our many sins and guarding our souls in the refuge of your mercy. Amen. Explore the text for this post: Psalm 25.16-20.
October 25, 2011
Holy God, before whom no one can stand, out of the deep places of our woundedness and brokenness, we cry to you. Our souls wait for you; have mercy on us your people, letting your forgiveness pour into our hearts, covering our lives in your grace. We hope in you, for with the Lord there… [Read more…]
October 9, 2011
It’s been difficult for us of late. The economy is in the tank – regardless of what people of any political persuasion may say. Everybody, everywhere is beginning to feel the pinch, especially folks like counties and parishes that depend on the sales tax to pay for things like police or sheriff salaries, jails, or any… [Read more…]
February 16, 2012
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