The ancient people of God no less than the first Christians lived their lives in a pluralistic world. In fact, it is only recently that we have come to a place, where after generations of having it “our way” more or less, in a kind of Western, modern, Judeo-Christian ghetto (from a more global perspective), …
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In Bethlehem’s Babe God Moves In
Five years ago, Lavone and I moved from Greenville, Illinois to Indianapolis, Indiana. It was the smoothest and most care-free move we’ve ever had. We are grateful beyond words, and more comfortable than we deserve in our home (which because of travel still seems quite new). All the more so, when we acknowledge this Christmas …
No, Mary Didn’t Know
Of course, that is the point of the song, isn’t it? Mary could never have guessed all that her child, hers yet God’s, would do. The exploits, the healing, the mastery of all powers earthly and heavenly, and the use of them all to love people whole and well. Then again, had Mary thought about …
A PEOPLE POISED TO CHANGE THE WORLD
The 21st century world—what challenges and opportunities there are for a people of good news! I am convinced of three things I want to share with you: …
STILL … a freedom people?
This week the Free Methodist Church celebrates its 158th birthday. That we are still alive prompts us to celebrate. That we remain on mission with Jesus does as well. And that our mission with Jesus still bears fruit around the world, through an extended family in nearly 200 world areas strikes me as miraculous. Of …