Pentecostal Truth
Pentecost is a highly revered day of great celebration. The Hebrew scriptures cite Pentecost as an annual Jewish celebration of harvest, fifty days after the first-fruits of the field. After Jesus’ death and resurrection, that feast day was the day the promised Spirit of Truth filled the disciples. This time, Pentecost came with fire and […]
What Do You Need?
As my mother refused transfer to the hospital, she whispered “If you can stay, I think I can do this.” “Do what?” “Die.” I nodded, and we called in Hospice to provide comfort for her congestive heart failure. At 91, she was ready, but she needed someone to protect her space and give her time. […]
In the Power of the Spirit
Often in meetings for discernment, when divisiveness is the tone, I take a deep breath and remember the Spirit is not divided. What I want, for myself and all of us, is to tune into the harmonizing movement of the Spirit. That is what discernment is all about, distinguishing between different voices and choosing the […]
Late Night Hunger
John 3:1-17 As a night owl, most of my best thinking (and worrying) is done late at night. It’s often equal parts lonely and sacred. There’s a comfort knowing that Nicodemus, a big deal among the religious leaders, came to see Jesus late one night. Maybe a bit embarrassed. Maybe a bit worried. Certainly curious. […]
