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Were the lost gospels really lost?
The myth that alternative gospels were suppressed by empire and only recently rediscovered is too good to be true.
Were the lost gospels really lost?
The myth that alternative gospels were suppressed by empire and only recently rediscovered is too good to be true.
December 31, Christmas 1B (Isaiah 61:10–62:3; Psalm 148; Galatians 4:4–7; Luke 2:22–40)
Simeon and Anna echo the worship material of ancient Israel.
December 24/25, Nativity of the Lord (Isaiah 9:2–7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11–14; Luke 2:1–20)
The God of exiles, refugees, and migrants still shines light amid today’s present darkness.
Psalm 34 is like balm to the weary spirit and nourishment to the hungry soul.
God’s first worst enemy
Before Satan, there was the biblical sea monster Leviathan.
God’s first worst enemy
Before Satan, there was the biblical sea monster Leviathan.
God’s first worst enemy
Before Satan, there was the biblical sea monster Leviathan.
October 15, 28A (Psalm 106:1–6, 19–23)
Where is the psalmist’s own voice in this communal confession and appeal?
How do we wade through the vast morass of different teachings and beliefs about the God of the Bible?
October 8, Ordinary 27A (Exodus 20:1–4, 7–9, 12–20)
In an uncertain, murky time, God gives the people a gift: ten laws.
October 8, Ordinary 27A (Exodus 20:1–4, 7–9, 12–20)
In an uncertain, murky time, God gives the people a gift: ten laws.
There is something truly transformative about giving thanks unto the Lord, calling upon God’s name, and making God’s deeds known among the people.
by Ray Speller
It is important to consider how others may hear these beloved words.
by Libby Howe
Me and my Rhode Island Reds
Having cats did not prepare our family for chickens.
The iconic divine shepherd
Two new books trace the history of a rich religious image.