Category Archives: Faith

Healed by Mercy

One of my favorite stories from the Desert Fathers is about Father Apollo. A young brother was greatly troubled by the demon of sexual sin and he went to an older man and declared his thoughts to him. When that … Continue reading

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Integrity Defined

Integrity is a life in which our words and our actions are congruent. They line up, they reflect one another.

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The De-Centering of Self

In our day and age, the gospel can come of as little more than self-improvement. Our increasingly therapeutic culture regularly touts the benefits of mindfulness and gratitude, which certainly aligns with Christian practices of meditation and prayer. In that regard, … Continue reading

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The “I Am Not” Prayer

This is my prayer for today, Lord. I confess that I am not You. I am not the judge of anyone or anything. I am not in charge. I am not responsible. The burden of decision does not rest upon … Continue reading

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Baccalaureate

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The Heart of a Shepherd

I’ve been involved in full-time congregational ministry for nearly 27 years. Over that period of time, I’ve served under the leadership of some incredible shepherds. Sometimes we call them “elders” or “overseers.” But at the core, they are shepherds. They … Continue reading

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Easter 2026

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Greece: National Archaeological Museum

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Greece: Mars Hill

This was on the bucket list. Paul’s sermon in Acts 17 is one of the foundational texts of my faith. If the word “missional” means anything, it’s the way Paul tactfully presents the gospel in such a provocative, relevant, faithful … Continue reading

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Greece: Roman Forum and Viatades Monastery

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