This moment for Jesus is a far cry from the one on the mountain. There, he stood with his two closest friends- Peter and John. There, God’s presence was affirmed in the bright cloud which appeared overhead. There, God’s voice proclaimed publicly, ““This is my Son, the Beloved;[c] with him I am well pleased; listen to […]
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Regarding Mental Health: How the Church Can Be Supportive
T This piece was originally posted on http://forum.covquarterly.com/how-can-the-church-be-supportive-a-response-to-amy-simpson/ in response to an article published in The Covenant Quarterly. Amy Simpson’s article, “Supporting Families Living With Mental Illness” resonated deeply with me. Her story speaks of a journey that many walk in silence; one with which I am all too familiar. I am ordained in the […]
What We Have in Common With the Thief on a Cross
“I tell you the truth. Today you will be with me in paradise.” (Luke 23:43) Words uttered by a dying Jesus to a man who is actually guilty of his crime. Who does he think he is? This man; the recipient of Jesus’ promise of joining him in His Kingdom. He is , after all, a […]