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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.
July 2, Ordinary 13A (Psalm 13)
I hear the psalmist’s words on the lips of the unhoused. How long, O Lord?
Why Howard Thurman dedicated his autobiography to a stranger
Why Howard Thurman dedicated his autobiography to a stranger
In Psalm 8, humankind is crowned in glory and honor, loved and valued.
by Ron Ruthruff
June 4, Trinity A (Genesis 1:1–2:4a; Psalm 8)
Trusting in God’s transcendence means acknowledging God’s otherness.
God’s a divine warrior but no cheap bully.
Many religious services sit squarely at the sober end of the spectrum. Psalms of the praise type would beg to disagree.
April 30, Easter 4A (Acts 2:42-47; Psalm 23; John 10:1-10)
The church in Acts 2 will follow Jesus, for they know his voice.
by Jenna Smith
What should churches do about the treatment of “the Jews” in John?
“Each of the typical approaches has problems. The best solution would be to change the lectionary.”
Steve Thorngate interviews Amy-Jill Levine
What should churches do about the treatment of “the Jews” in John?
“Each of the typical approaches has problems. The best solution would be to change the lectionary.”
Steve Thorngate interviews Amy-Jill Levine