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Monthly Archives: April 2018
When Burdens Finally Yield
Detectives in mystery novels carry quite a burden. They not only have to solve a mystery but must also overcome sometimes violent resistance and hope no one, including them, gets killed before the mystery is solved. It takes resolve, courage, … Continue reading
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Tagged Jacqueline Winspear, Jesus' yoke, living water, Maisie Dobbs, Moses, mystery novels, water from the rock
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Embracing Disillusionment – because I guarantee I’ll disappoint you
This question appeared on Twitter last week: Who’s the one man you would bet your life on not having a horrible secret that will make you wish you’d never admired him? (Dan Kois.) All I can tell you is I … Continue reading
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Tagged faith, feet of clay, illusionists, Nebuchadnezzar, potato chips, reputation, Slim Gaillard
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The Husband Who Never Lets His Wife Do Anything – a parable in dialogue
“My wife’s away at one of those women’s conferences this weekend.” “Do they have good speakers lined up?” “You got me. I just figured it’s nice for the ladies to have some time away together. That way they can talk … Continue reading
Avoiding My Own Toxicity
Sometimes I write in response to what someone else wrote. It could be a book, blog post, tweet, etc. My response might be supportive, reflective, or critical of the ideas expressed. Occasionally – particularly when criticizing an idea – a … Continue reading
Avoiding the Subordination of Men in the Creation Account of Women
God said something that sounds odd, at least at first glance. There he is creating all creation and announcing that everything is good, and then he looks at the human he has made and says there’s something about the situation … Continue reading
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Tagged Creation, ezer kenegdo, Garden of Eden, Genesis 2, God's help, help meet, helpmate, Marg Mowzcko, women and men
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Serving and Eating and Rhythm of Life – a lesson from Jesus’ last night
Jesus spent a lot of time answering the question “What is the kingdom of God like?” It’s like a farmer who sows seeds. knowing some will die off for many reasons but some will grow strong. (Mark 4:1-20.) It is … Continue reading
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Tagged foot washing, Jesus, kingdom of God, Last Supper, New Covenant, parables
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