The Extra-Religious Jesus, Part 2 “I like your Christ. I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ.[1] I almost hate to admit this publicly, but I am frequently embarrassed to call myself a Christian. I am careful with whom, when, and where I profess my Christian beliefs, knowing it means … Continue reading The Extra-Religious Jesus, Part 2
Author: Greg Hildenbrand
I am a contemplative spiritual director, author, and a leader of contemporary and blended worship at First United Methodist Church in Lawrence, Kansas. I am a happily married father of two awesome, adult children. I write a blog, Life Notes, every week and have published numerous books and music CDs, all of which are available on my website and other typical outlets. I enjoy writing, both music and text, and exploring and experiencing where spirit meets matter, in both seen and unseen ways.
Podcast of “The Extra-Religious Jesus”
The Extra-Religious Jesus
The Extra-Religious Jesus “I like your Christ. I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ.[1] As I have stated numerous times throughout this series, Jesus did not seek to start a new religion. Jesus sought to teach a holier way of living that is consistent with the will of God, … Continue reading The Extra-Religious Jesus
Podcast of “The Hero’s Journey, Part 4”
The Hero’s Journey, Part 4
The Hero’s Journey, Part 4 We shall not cease from exploration And the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time.[1] Last week I speculated that the invitation for Jesus’ Hero’s Journey culminated in his baptism after what was likely many years of … Continue reading The Hero’s Journey, Part 4
Podcast of “The Hero’s Journey, Part 3”
The Hero’s Journey, Part 3
The Hero’s Journey, Part 3 We shall not cease from exploration And the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time.[1] It is difficult to identify the events in Jesus’ life leading up to the initial stage of the Hero’s Journey that ultimately … Continue reading The Hero’s Journey, Part 3
Podcast of “The Hero’s Journey, Part 2”
The Hero’s Journey, Part 2
The Hero’s Journey, Part 2 We shall not cease from exploration And the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time.[1] The typical cycle for the Hero’s Journey, as I described last week, is an invitation, initiation, transformation, and return or resurrection. Such … Continue reading The Hero’s Journey, Part 2
Contemplating Grace 