Contemplating Grace

Community, Part 2 For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.[1] The importance of being part of a supportive community cannot be overstated, whether considering spiritual growth, salvation, or simply living a good life. Communities, as I use them here, are groups of people who share something of … Continue reading Community, Part 2

Community For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.[1] In my mid-twenties, I became obsessed with trying to live a hermit-like lifestyle. I wanted to distance myself from others as much as possible because I felt their interests were too materialistic where mine were more spiritual in nature. … Continue reading Community

The Kingdom of God, Part 5 …strive first for the kingdom of God and (its) righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.[1] Over the past weeks I have reflected upon some of what is recorded of what Jesus said about the kingdom of God, which he also called the kingdom … Continue reading The Kingdom of God, Part 5

The Kingdom of God, Part 4 …strive first for the kingdom of God and (its) righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.[1] One of the better known references to the kingdom of God occurs in what we call the Lord’s Prayer: “…Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth … Continue reading The Kingdom of God, Part 4

The Kingdom of God, Part 3 …strive first for the kingdom of God and (its) righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.[1] The kingdom of heaven is a confusing concept because it sounds like a place a whole lot different than where we are now, yet Jesus says it is … Continue reading The Kingdom of God, Part 3