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What a Waste, Part 2
Martha accused Mary of wasting time, but Jesus disagreed. When we find ourselves serving God busily and resentfully, it may be time to revisit this story.
What a Waste, Part 1
While the disciples criticized Mary’s offering, Jesus commended it. But why did he command that it be told about in connection with the Gospel?
Oh, the Places We’ve Been
Remember just over a year ago? Do you recall how bleak your life was every Friday afternoon? You would check your inbox and find nothing but work, spam, and misery. There was no bright spot in your weekend, no resource for all topics nerdy,…
Old English Heroism: Jesus, Part 2
Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen Beowulf’s fortitude, Robin Hood’s prudence, Harry Potter’s loyalty, and Superman’s generosity. We’ve even begun to see all these characteristics in the life of Jesus, the ultimate hero. But this topic is more than a literary rabbit trail;…
Old English Heroism: Jesus, Part 1
The term “hero” can be used pretty loosely. Are all true heroes fictional, or have there been any real heroes? Let’s look at the life of Jesus to see if he fits the bill.
Longing for Something, Part 1
We’re all longing for something. No matter what we have or how happy we feel, we probably still have an ache, a yearning deep in our hearts for…something. Sure, we may not verbalize this all the time, and maybe we haven’t even stopped to…
Stage Eight: The Ordeal
What do Gandalf, the Blue Ranger, and Jesus have in common? Before you tie me to a stake as a heretic, read on to find the answer! The eighth stage of the Hero’s Journey is that of The Ordeal, and this post delves into the significance of death and resurrection in literature and life. Read it all; you won’t regret it.
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