Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel, which means, God with us. And He is, indeed! READ MORE
Truth
Does Jesus Not Care?
Does Jesus not care? Ah, but he commands even the most difficult, unruly thing that seems it will never be commanded. READ MORE
Reflections on Suffering
The great Apostle Peter once wrote, “Therefore, let those who suffer according to God’s will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good” (1 Peter 4:19). Clearly Peter understood two very important things: when we do the will of God suffering may come (contrary to the whole health and wealth narrative), and God READ MORE
A Prayer for Joseph Biden
During this inauguration week, and on behalf of our new president, I offer this important prayer. READ MORE
Reflections on Jeronimo Yanez and Philando Castile
Today in the Twin Cities a jury determined that Officer Jeronimo Yanez was not culpable in the death of Philando Castile when the officer shot him in the summer of 2016 during a traffic stop. For most of my African-American friends this is a verdict that is consistent with their expectations. It is no surprise. READ MORE
Taking the Lead . . . .
In the margin of my Bible, right next to Psalm 45, I have written the following words: take the lead, at the front, for causes bigger than you—don’t be shy. To the right of these words I have placed a star, scrawled in pencil, and to the left of these words an arrow pointing toward READ MORE