Whether we know it or not, we practice interpretation each time we read the Bible. In fact, we interpret whenever we read just about anything: the newspaper, a street sign, a novel. We are always interpreting, both consciously and subconsciously. However, it is good for us to move interpretation as close to the conscious level as much as possible, so that we’re ... read all »

“Seeing in the distance a fig tree in leaf, [Jesus] went to find out if it had any fruit. When he reached it, he found nothing but leaves, because it was not the season for figs. Then he said to the tree, ‘May no one ever eat fruit from you again.’ (...) In the morning, as they went along, they saw the fig tree withered from the roots. Peter remember... read all »

After worship this morning, we are sitting down to a meal. A family meal. There are plenty of wonderful smells emanating from the kitchen, and the tastes that follow are just as pleasing (I’ll pass on the brussel sprouts, though). When you stop to think about all that is happening at a church potluck, however, it’s quite astounding: People are talki... read all »

I am typically not a person of many words or much conversation. I’m often quiet. And, while there are times where silence with others is quite fine – perhaps even good – I realize there are times where it is better to talk, to contribute, or to even have conflict with words. This is something I’m working towards. However, my tendency to keep q... read all »

A man who had been an alcoholic for years was invited to church by a friend from work. He had often refused to go but this time he accepted. At church he heard the gospel and was converted. Those who used to drink with him now mocked him as he passed them to go to work. He told his wife what these men were doing and mentioned that it did not bother him. One morning sh... read all »