How Did I Miss That? Part 12: The Kingdom of Heaven is Near Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe the good news.” Mark 1:14-15 I do not know how … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 12: The Kingdom of Heaven is Near
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How Did I Miss That? Part 11: There is a Third Way
How Did I Miss That? Part 11: There is a Third Way When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, “Let anyone among you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” John 8:7 I imagine the excitement building in Jerusalem. The crowds were ready … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 11: There is a Third Way
How Did I Miss That? Part 10: We are to Become Christ-Like
How Did I Miss That? Part 10: We are to Become Christ-Like Very truly I tell you, the one who believes in me will also do the works that I do and, in fact, will do greater works than these, because I am going to the Father. John 14:12 Author, teacher, and speaker Fr. Richard … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 10: We are to Become Christ-Like
How Did I Miss That? Part 9: Non-Violence is Non-Negotiable
How Did I Miss That? Part 9: Non-Violence is Non-Negotiable “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I say to you, Do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also.” Matthew 5:38-39 I do … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 9: Non-Violence is Non-Negotiable
How Did I Miss That? Part 8: The Bible is My Story
How Did I Miss That? Part 8: The Bible is My Story All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that everyone who belongs to God may be proficient, equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 The Bible is difficult for … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 8: The Bible is My Story
How Did I Miss That? Part 7: Resurrection is a Reoccurring Reality
How Did I Miss That? Part 7: Resurrection is a Reoccurring Reality Very truly, I tell you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. John 12:24 I do not know how I missed it, but resurrection is … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 7: Resurrection is a Reoccurring Reality
How Did I Miss That? Part 6: Judgment is Self-Incriminating
How Did I Miss That? Part 6: Judgment is Self-Incriminating Do not judge, so that you may not be judged. For with the judgment you make you will be judged, and the measure you give will be the measure you get. Why do you see the speck in your neighbor’s eye, but do not notice … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 6: Judgment is Self-Incriminating
How Did I Miss That? Part 5: Sin is Separation
How Did I Miss That? Part 5: Sin is Separation My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and he is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not for ours … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 5: Sin is Separation
How Did I Miss That? Part 4: Our Possessions Possess Us
How Did I Miss That? Part 4: Our Possessions Possess Us Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal. … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 4: Our Possessions Possess Us
How Did I Miss That? Part 3: The Way Out is Through
How Did I Miss That? Part 3: The Way Out is Through Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.” Luke 23:34a “I shouted out, who killed the Kennedys? When after all, it was you and me.” Sympathy … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 3: The Way Out is Through
Contemplating Grace 