Some thoughts on the Grace of God. I was asked to offer a reflection on God's grace for an interment of one the true gems of our congregation, Kim. Below is my attempt to offer something meaningful. ------------------ Think of a gift you’ve received. But not just any gift. Think of something that you were given … Continue reading Goodness Gracious
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Worst. Pyramid Scheme. Ever.
* a sermon preached at Luther Memorial Church of Chicago on March 1, 2015 * Text: Matthew 20:1-16 *************** Let's pray: Make us humble, Holy One, That we might receive your mercy as a gift, Whether we are last, or first, or somewhere in between. Amen. *************** When I was in college, in my last semester, I … Continue reading Worst. Pyramid Scheme. Ever.
Advent Devotional: Tuesday, December 30: Sixth Day of Christmas
The time after Christmas has begun to feel strange to me recently. In this new life I find myself in, there’s not much of a break. The church doesn’t exactly “take off” for the week. Life still goes on. People still have questions, still have concerns, still end up in the hospital, still have life … Continue reading Advent Devotional: Tuesday, December 30: Sixth Day of Christmas