Longing for a Better World and the Meaning of Christmas

The year 2020 has been a year of great pain and distress. In our hurt, we long for a better world. The Christmas season is a reminder that it is into this world of hurt Christ was born and not only shares our heartache, but he also exchanges it with his joy.

A Covid-19 Gravesite

I think I broke the law today, but I am not sure.  A son recently lost his mother, and he asked me to come and speak at her grave today.  The cemetery was in Ohio and thus I am not sure if the stay-at-home order given by Ohio’s governor included me, a pastor, in a cemetery.  Regardless, itContinue reading “A Covid-19 Gravesite”

Near to the Brokenhearted

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ –  As you know, I am not a user of social media.  During this time of social isolation though, I feel that words of theological reflection may be helpful as you seek to make sense of the sickness, the panic, and the world at this time.  My purpose is not toContinue reading “Near to the Brokenhearted”