Over the last few weeks, I’ve been rereading and reflecting on chapters eight and nine of the gospel attributed to Matthew. These are an action-packed couple of chapters and I could probably spend an entire year writing about these verses. I’m sure others have. However, I must move on soon if I am to get […]
Tag: Language
On the Power of a Song
As far back as we can understand history, music has been a constant companion for humankind. Countless melodies, chants, hymns, and songs have provided hope, comfort, encouragement, and challenge to each generation. When it comes to worship experiences, it is often the form of worship that has the greatest “staying power”. Long after sermons, prayers, […]
On Choice of Words
When we look at both faith and politics, we find a lot of rhetoric. Lots of words. Some may be just filler, but all are chosen—to persuade, reassure, distract, disarm, deflect, encourage, motivate, etc. (As is often the case, I find myself questioning the writing of this reflection at all, knowing that I am writing […]
Relevant Reformation 