Giving to Caesar
Every time I hear the story of Jesus talking to the Pharisees about giving to Caesar what belongs to Caesar*, I remember a conversation that I had a long time ago. I had been out of work for about a year and had just recently found a part-time position that paid a bit more than […]
Called to Communion
Recently I read a story in the news about a couple whose dream destination wedding on the Outer Banks of NC was thwarted by a storm that washed away their plans and the road for their guests to come. Rather than cancel the wedding, they decided to invite the whole community around them. Within a […]
The Vineyard
He’s lost his patience. The temple tables have been turned over — and the crash still rings in the ears of his adversaries as they question his authority. The young rabbi has cleaned out what he could with the time he had left. Only a couple of stories left to tell. The subtle ones are gone. He […]
Late Bloomers
Have you noticed how often, and how many ways the Bible assures us that it’s ok to be a late bloomer? Paul was definitely a late bloomer. I’d say that all the disciples were as well. Without question, Jonah took extra encouragement to go to Nineveh. When I read today’s scripture* about where authority comes […]