David’s sacrifice
David is the most heralded figure in the whole Hebrew Bible. Was he a warrior with a dysfunctional family or a priestly psalmist?
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Look, listen and share your story
Consider three actions that relate to the Easter story which can aid us in living well.
Building shalom in the city
Trotwood Church of the Brethren is pressing forward with a vision that shows a city of wholeness, justice, and well-being.
Check the back door
Have you ever waited for guests to arrive at your house for a visit? Piles of clutter have been collected, cobwebs have been cleared, and culinary treats have been created. You are ready! The time arrives and you wait, watching from the windows, working at little details that don’t matter, waiting by the front door
Room for redemption
Like many relationships, churches, lives, and so many other broken and often mistreated things, the redemption of this room took a little vision, hard work, and perseverance. I like to think that it also took time on our knees…
Changing the climate with love
Coming to terms with the reality of human-induced climate change is tough. Admitting that it’s happening and that we’re playing a leading role puts us firmly “on the hook” for doing something about it.
Rest in winter
Over the next few weeks, let’s take advantage of the gift of
winter. Let’s savor the quiet. Let’s allow ourselves the luxury
of respite…
A ministry of restoration in Los Angeles
Restoration Los Angeles Church seeks the restoration of its neighborhood, trying to transform a community marred by poverty, alcoholism, and broken families. Restoration LA has also found its own renewal, moving out of decline and finding new life and vision for ministry.
