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Remembrance Part One
Erik Varden’s The Shattering of Loneliness begins with a Lenten reflection. The book consists of six pieces, with each piece focusing on a different truth that Christians are called to remember. The first ties into Ash Wednesday: remember you are … Continue reading
On Ash Wednesday
The first section of T. S. Eliot’s “Ash Wednesday” in honor of the day and the beginning of the Lenten season. Because I do not hope to turn again Because I do not hope Because I do not hope to … Continue reading
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Lucy Lowers the Bar
Ah, Lucy. There’s a danger that comes with lowering the bar on Valentine’s Day. (image from gocomics.com)
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Sunday Night Masterpieces
January Sunday evenings on network television usually don’t offer much, though the last few years has seen PBS step up to the plate with some great programming. That’s the case again this year. This past Sunday saw the season four … Continue reading
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Leadership and the Christian Life
I’ve been thinking about the story of Mary, Martha, and Jesus for some time. In fact, I made a list of most impactful Scripture references back at the end of August 2023, and the story of two sisters was smack … Continue reading
Four Sisters and the Bigger Picture
Over the last couple of posts, I’ve attempted to draw out some nuances of two biblical stories involving sisters in the hopes of capturing something I’m convinced is an important reminder for living the Christian life well. The posts … Continue reading
A Second Tale of Two Sisters
Yesterday I shared some a brief reflection on the story of Jesus’ initial visit with Mary and Martha. Today I’ld like to look at a second story involving two sisters, this time from the Old Testament book of Genesis. After … Continue reading
A First Tale of Two Sisters
Let’s start the year off with the first of two tales from the Bible concerning sisters. From Luke 10 (English Standard Version): 38 Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a village. And a woman named Martha welcomed him … Continue reading
2023: Podcast, Music, and More Edition
Yesterday I shared some quick reflections on the year in movies and television. Today I want to share three things: a podcast, a musician, and a life change. The Podcast I’m not really a podcast guy. I’ve got friends and … Continue reading
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2023 Reflections: Movie and TV Edition
2023 was an interesting year in some ways and not all that fresh or original in others. This was one of those years where only a few things really stuck and where great comfort was found in known quantities. Here’s … Continue reading
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