Our participation in Pentecost this Sunday may be more than a celebration of the workings of the Spirit in our church and its birthday. It may also host an occasion for each of us to take note of just ...

In Exodus, skilled craftsmen were needed to build the tabernacle, the earthly dwelling of God. In passages 35:4-40:33, God ...

For many years I wanted to have talent as a solo singer and God said “nope.” I usually start off a song pretty well and hit most of the notes. But as the song progresses, I go sharp or flat or enter ...

The holidays are over, and the new year is here. Most of us are still recovering from the frenzy — wrapping paper on the floor, leftovers in the fridge, and maybe a pile of thank-you notes waiting to ...

Is it possible that the somewhat lifeless idea of grace can come alive when referred to as the “grace of the Spirit?” ...

How the concept of reciprocity can build up the church. I can still remember sitting at the desk, shading the tiny white bubbles gray as I made my way down the page, No. 2 pencil in hand. I was about ...