Fruit of the Spirit – Gentleness
Have you ever agreed with someone in theory, but their attitude was so negative you had trouble listening to them? That may be because they lacked our next fruit—gentleness. Once…
The Fruit of Kindness
As we look toward a new year, it's a perfect time to continue to explore the gifts the Lord has given us through the Holy Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness,…
The Fruit of the Spirit ~ Love
We have thought about how the Spirit gives us gifts, such as teaching, preaching, encouragement, mercy, leadership, etc. The idea is that we are to use these gifts to minister…
Eastertide – Spirits Renewed
Last week, ("Eastertide - Minds Opened") we saw how Jesus proved to the disciples that he had risen by appearing directly to them. Then he opened their minds so they could understand…
Eastertide – Minds Opened
Last week, we remembered the great rejoicing that the two from Emmaus felt when they realized they had been with the risen Lord. ("Eastertide - Burning Hearts") They hastened back…
Male/Female Parables
In a day when men so dominated, Jesus spoke to them but also acknowledged the needs and thoughts of women. Let's consider some of his parables. The Pharisees and teachers…
A Garden of Care
'Tis spring! Actually, with the temperatures this week, one could say we're about to enter full-blown summer. Perhaps, like me, you're in the gardening mode. No, we're not vegetable gardeners—no…
Andrew, a Quiet Witness
Now, as promised, we explore other disciples. What do we know about Andrew? Very little. Let's start with what we do know. He's often referred to as Peter's brother. Isn't…
Walking by Faith
We left the disciples listening to Jesus as he told them to Go Out Two by Two with a Hefty Task. Wouldn't you love to follow along with one of…
Go Out Two by Two
Have you ever thought about how the twelve disciples might have reacted when Jesus said he was sending them out two by two? Evidently Jesus decided the time had come…