Intersections

Reading Scripture and the Life of Faith … Interpretation …

Episode 21 of Grey’s Anatomy on March 19 was titled, “Superstition.” Interns worked through the idea of “death clusters.” The funeral home director commented this week, “This is the third funeral at youth church. You know they say deaths come in three’s.” I was told this long ago and … Continue reading

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Precisely why we need to be self-critical … Old Dogs Need to Learn Too …

One of the better writers and best preachers I know I affectionately refer to as either “Doc” or “Davis.” Early on his voracious appetite for reading helped impress on me the need for continued learning. Here he offers insight for those of us who run too far … Continue reading

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A meditation … adapted from Reliving the Passion …

I put the following together for our recent newsletter. Thoughts about the suffering of Christ and the Resurrection drew me back to Walter Wangerin Jr.’s little book, Reliving the Passion. Daily meditations are offered for the Christian Season of Lent. I read day “Twenty-six” and found the weaving … Continue reading

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What is after ” just now”? … perspicuity and process …

We always enjoy a family trip to the bookstore. Last week the five of us went to dinner, the mall and Barnes and Noble. I have more than enough to read. A bookstore has an iPod shuffle effect on me. The Apple website suggests “random is the new order.” … Continue reading

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Praying the Scriptures … Encountering the Authority of God Mediated by the Spirit …

“How are you doing?” These words often uttered with little interest as to how one is really doing have been asked often lately. A few of my more recent posts referenced my own working through recent events in our faith community. I am appreciative of those who have asked … Continue reading

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