What if Saint Nicholas, Santa Claus, and even Cinderella were carrying a forgotten Gospel memory? This Christmas reflection uncovers clues hidden in art, folklore, and Scripture that reveal a deeper story.
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Communion and the Heartbeat of the Gospel
Communion is not a funeral ritual. It is a wedding feast — where the Bride’s veil is lifted, the heartbeat of Christ is honoured, and life is renewed.
The Law Written on the Heart: The Amygdala Remembered
Do you see the Cross as wood and nails? Or do you see what I see — the Magdalene’s heart and her heartfelt letters that turn bitter wine sweet?
What Defines You?
What defines us? Is it the names we are given, the work we do, the loves we cherish, the faith we live — or even the last breath we take? In this reflection, Linda Vogt Turner weaves memory, scripture, and the witness of her late husband Gordon and her beloved fiancé Don to show how Christ’s covenant love — fragile yet enduring — defines us still, honouring both mother and father and drawing us into a greater promise.
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.
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!”
Significance of 6:13 in Biblical Passages and Meaningful Reflections
Wow, I woke up on Saturday morning with a loud crack of thunder! When I checked the time, it was 6:13. With that realization, I was sure this was God telling me all would be well and to quit worrying—let me explain. Firstly, I know that when Moses, the Teacher of Israel, spoke to God,Continue reading “Significance of 6:13 in Biblical Passages and Meaningful Reflections”
Linda Vogt Turner 