Reflections along the wilderness way
February 29, 2012
One of the more puzzling passages for some in all of Scripture is 1 Timothy 2:15. After what seems to be a sharp rebuke of women, the writer (possibly Paul) says, “The woman will be saved through childbearing.” Way to … Continue reading
February 28, 2012
I’ve heard it said often that humanity’s first sin was a desire for knowledge. I see that line of reasoning. Adam and Eve were forbidden “to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil” (Gen 2:17). And, … Continue reading
February 27, 2012
Torah. Prophecy. Wisdom. These three kinds of literature make up what we call the Old Testament. But they tell us much about our progression as human beings from spiritual babies to a transformed people. Torah. Law. It’s where we begin. … Continue reading
February 27, 2012
We Think Ourselves Kings, an image in Georges Roualt’s Miserere. Roualt’s point: we act more like circus clowns than dignity-bestowed kings, as we wear masks that conceal our real selves.
February 25, 2012
(from Leaving Egypt: Finding God in the Wilderness Places) If we listen carefully to the Beatitudes through the lens of the Exodus journey, we may well hear Jesus saying, “I’m announcing to you the character of kingdom life beyond the … Continue reading
February 24, 2012
Then he said to them all, “If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who … Continue reading
February 23, 2012
Neuroses . . . are the bonds that, though they restrict or enslave us, also secure our self-images in the world. As discomforting as they may be, we fear total disintegration if we were to let them go. – Gerald … Continue reading
February 22, 2012
Ash Wednesday begins a 40 day season of reflection and repentance among many Christians. However, when Christians emerge from churches throughout the day with ashes on their foreheads, some may take a second look (even in my city of San … Continue reading
February 20, 2012
Lent invites us to join Christ on the way of the Cross. It’s an intentional season of reflection and meditation. Even more, we’re challenged to arrange our lives in such a way as to be daily frustrated. Let me explain. … Continue reading
February 17, 2012
What is already in your client is far more powerful than anything you can give them. Consider that for a moment. We’ve made our words, our precise articulations, our interventions, our expertise far more important than the hidden treasure within. … Continue reading