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The truth is that God has loved us, does love us and will love us with the same intensity that sent Jesus to the cross. It is not that we are so lovable, but that God is love. Loving is … Continued

The temple leaders ask the obvious question to Jesus, “By what authority do you do this? Who do you think you are?” Jesus’ answer sheds light on this lesson and something that we need to hear. The authorities essentially ask … Continued

Each time we make ourselves vulnerable to the needs of those around us, each time we give ourselves in love to another, each time we get out of our own way and not look for what we want but what … Continued

One of the challenges of the spiritual life is for us to open our hearts to that presence that is surrounding us with love and life. That’s not an easy thing to do! It’s hard enough to open your heart … Continued

It wasn’t until Peter, James, and John, came face to face with the still-glowing presence of Jesus that they were reminded that Jesus’ future glory shines into each moment of life no matter what the situation is. Jesus’ presence alone … Continued

After having many people come to Jesus to be healed, he needed to rest. Mark’s narrative wastes no time getting to the heart of the action. Before the first chapter is up, Jesus has taught with authority, exorcized an unclean … Continued

We live in an age that questions most forms of authority. Many are skeptical. Survival mode has taken hold. We wonder what the future holds. We want to build walls and draw lines to separate and divide, to protect ourselves. But … Continued

We Christians are called to go fishing. Fishing for people.  We are called to be disciples who say to others, “Come and see Jesus.” We cannot be an effective in sharing the good news unless we have actually been caught … Continued

Across the pages of John’s Gospel there are women and men, Jews, and Gentiles, rich and poor, powerful, and vulnerable, people of all shapes and sizes and varieties that Jesus meets. And to each one, in one way or another, … Continued

Our passage from Luke’s Gospel begins and ends with the Law regarding the birth of our Savior. v. 22 “When the time came for their ritual cleansing, in accordance with the Law from Moses, they brought Jesus up to Jerusalem … Continued