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Last week, I was part of a committee that interviewed persons seeking ordination. Each person had a story, a testimony – this is what God has done for me. After one such interview, I was standing next to the elevator. … Continue reading →

“I appeal to Caesar!” We have read several chapters where Paul is brought before one official after another. His fate is uncertain. The charges against him are unclear. Back to prison he goes. For two years, he waits. We are … Continue reading →

Numbers. As I read the opening chapters, I am reminded of trips that I have taken where before getting back on the bus we counted. We wanted to be sure everyone was present; no one left behind. The book of … Continue reading →

So, why not just be obedient – that is, faithful to God. If we have been sufficiently warned (as we clearly have been throughout Leviticus) and the consequences are sufficiently harsh enough (so harsh that we would “fear” God), why … Continue reading →

As I reflect on today’s reading, I am mindful of how much I value trust (I want to be trusted) and how difficult it can be for me to trust. If God promised to provide more than enough in the … Continue reading →

In today’s readings, the words that are on my heart are not even found in today’s readings. Three words are found in Acts 20: compelled by the Spirit. Paul is in a hurry to get to Jerusalem in time for … Continue reading →

Laws, laws, laws… I’ve read enough! And I am getting a sense of the true freedom Jesus offered. If the Son sets you free you will be free indeed (John 8:36). We all know that a certain amount of laws … Continue reading →

I’ll be honest. When I opened to Leviticus and saw the chapter heading “discharges causing uncleanness”, I thought, “do I really need to read this.” Haven’t I read enough already about clean and unclean and sacrifice with the splashing of … Continue reading →

In 2005, I had the opportunity to stand at the edge of the Areopagus in Athens and take this photo. I read aloud the words of Paul that we find in Acts 17. From the Areopagus the view is impressive. … Continue reading →

I remember an ongoing debate among students when I was attending seminary. Many felt strongly that they should not be expected to live any differently than members of their churches. Others felt strongly that as pastors they were set apart … Continue reading →