In the season of Epiphany, Scripture invites us to pause and recognize what has come into view. At the Beautiful Gate, Peter gives what he has in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth and takes the hand of one born unable to walk, opening the way forward into life ever after.
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Star of Wonder, Star of Night
From sacred and profane music to biblical story, the Star has long guided faith, memory, and meaning. This reflection traces the Star as a sign of refuge, covenant, and divine promise, woven through Scripture from Noah and Esther to the Magi and the Holy City.
Third Day
On the Third Day God spoke, bringing trees, land, and sea to life. Is worldly thinking silencing His fertilizing voice, demonizing carbon and nitrogen?
Who Is My Neighbour? Lessons from the Ditch
The Samaritan Parable, a mirror. The question “Who is my neighbour?” strikes us like a rock as we ponder the words of Micah 6:8.
The Petition of the Bridegroom
From Roman courts to the foot of the Cross, the Bridegroom’s petition reveals the courage to claim covenant love against every obstacle.
The Heartbeat of the Gospel
From Mary Magdalene, the Bride holding the heartbeat of the Gospel, to Simon the Black standing face to face before the Alektor — the call to love, repentance, and covenant faithfulness still resounds today.
Priming the Pump: The Teacher of John
It took me 40 years to realize the gift of God—the one the Teacher of John spoke of when he encountered the Woman at the Well of Sum Maria. “If you knew the gift of God,and who it is that is saying to you, ‘Give me a drink,’you would have asked him, and he wouldContinue reading “Priming the Pump: The Teacher of John”
Barnabas and The Ministry of Encouragement
I enjoy reading and commenting on ThePreachersWord blog, written by Ken Weliever, as often as my schedule allows. In a recent post, he lifts up 1 Thessalonians 5:11—“The Ministry of Encouragement”—and shares how he once preached a lesson entitled “Disciples Bear Burdens.” I’ve reblogged it below so you can read it first, then scroll down to read the comment IContinue reading “Barnabas and The Ministry of Encouragement”
Accountability is Fundamental
True! Accountability is fundamental to being an authentic Christian. According to the Reverend Ken Weliever: Even those identified as spiritual heroes in the Bible were accountable for their missteps and mistakes. Abraham. Jacob. Moses. Joshua. David. Solomon. As well as Jesus’ own apostles like Peter, James and John.” What the Reverend Ken Weliever left outContinue reading “Accountability is Fundamental”
Jesus Woman!
According to ThePreachersWord, a recent graduation speech caused such controversy that over 216,600 people have signed a petition calling for the removal of the Kansas City Chief’s Kicker, Harrison Butker from the National Football League. Addressing the female graduates, Butker said. “I think it is you, the women, who have had the most diabolic liesContinue reading “Jesus Woman!”
Linda Vogt Turner 