Category Archives: Scripture

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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Greece: Philippi

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Bruised Reeds

Bruised reeds. Smoldering wicks. Isaiah says that the servant of the Lord will concern Himself with these. Isaiah 42:1-3 This is my servant; I strengthen him, this is my chosen one; I delight in him. I have put my Spirit … Continue reading

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A Higher Compass

A book I read recently explained that in the early days of Trans-Atlantic sailing, ships crossing the ocean would use two separate compasses. One of them was fixed to the deck where the helmsman could see it and try to … Continue reading

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Praying Your Way Into Glory

I was recently reading Luke’s account of the transfiguration of Jesus. And this line really stood out to me: And as he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white. Luke 9:29 I’d … Continue reading

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Silent Night: Christmas 2025

This holiday season, I have been thinking a lot about the lyrics of some of the songs we hear and sing around this time of year. I’ve thought about that line from Joy to the World, what it really means … Continue reading

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Herald: Good News of Great Joy

When I was a child, we would drive past Cumberland Presbyterian Church every Sunday and every Wednesday on our way to our church. And every year, right after Thanksgiving, Cumberland Presbyterian would have an elaborate nativity display set out on … Continue reading

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Herald: God With Us

The song O Come, O Come, Emmanuel originated as a series of monastic chants over 1,200 years ago. These chants were later combined into a single hymn in the 12th century which was translated into English in the 1850s. The … Continue reading

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Herald: Unexpected Favor

Over the course of his long career, Johnny Cash performed more than thirty different “prison concerts” for inmates both in this country and around the world. He played these shows as a way of advocating for prison reform but also … Continue reading

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Herald: While We Wait

We are told that good things come to those who wait. We’re told that patience is a virtue. But I have to wonder if we really believe that. Last year, Walt Disney World unveiled a new feature allowing visitors to … Continue reading

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