As a pastor for more than sixty years, I have been present with a large number of congregants who have experienced the death of a loved one. It was not uncommon...

What would we do if we knew that it was our time to depart this world? Have a party? Take a trip with our family? Do one last good deed? I...

The writer of Hebrews used some strong words to describe how we are to follow Christ. He wrote that we are to run with perseverance the race that is set before...

Several years ago, I was a student in a Master Gardener class. It was most helpful because there was so much that I needed to learn. In particular, the instructor stressed...

I do not enjoy the scripture readings about Judas. I think it is because I see myself as being somewhat like Judas. In today’s reading, the Gospel of John does not...

The journey from Palm Sunday to Easter is filled with shocking twists. Jesus’ triumphant ride into Jerusalem quickly sours, and the shouts of “Hosanna” turn into cries of “Crucify him!” So...

Our bodies have within them a natural fight-or-flight response to stress and danger. For some, however, there is a third option: sleep. Researchers note that this response is due to early...

Paul sought to unite the church at Philippi by reminding them of what Jesus modeled. Instead of wielding his power to force people to get along, Jesus pointed beyond himself to...

Some days are better than others. Even when we are aware of the goodness of life, there are times when our well runs dry, we lack the reserves to deal with...

In these nonstop days, smartphones not only allow us to work from anywhere but to work anytime/all the time. Many of us fall into bed exhausted, only to rise up weary...