In 2015, I published a book titled Finding Grace in Lent. It consisted of daily devotions for the time between Ash Wednesday and Easter based on the Stations of the Cross. Today, I will begin republishing edited versions of those devotions as a daily series running through Easter. The story of the journey to Easter … Continue reading Introduction to Lenten Series 2026
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 “Blessing the Poor,” Part 4
Blessing the Poor, Part 4
Blessing the Poor, Part 4 “Woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation.”[1] Although the content of the teachings we call the Beatitudes, found in Matthew, and what we call the Blessings and Woes, found in Luke are similar in many ways, there are also interesting differences between them. For example, … Continue reading Blessing the Poor, Part 4
Podcast of “Blessing the Poor, Part 3”
Blessing the Poor, Part 3
Blessing the Poor, Part 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”[1] “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of heaven.”[2] What is the difference between being poor in spirit and simply being poor? While I believe what is called the Beatitudes in Matthew and … Continue reading Blessing the Poor, Part 3
Podcast of “Blessing the Poor, Part 2”
Blessing the Poor, Part 2
Blessing the Poor, Part 2 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”[1] “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of heaven.”[2] Last week I provided a few definitions of what it means to be poor. The previous week I shared my thoughts about heaven. With … Continue reading Blessing the Poor, Part 2
Podcast of “Blessing the Poor”
Blessing the Poor
Blessing the Poor “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”[1] “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of heaven.”[2] The initial verses from the Beatitudes and the Blessings and Woes are directed at the poor, but with a couple of subtle and interesting differences between … Continue reading Blessing the Poor
Contemplating Grace 