You own your poverty by grace, and while it instills a sadness and longing of its own, it is strangely freeing.
1 Poor in Spirit
Christmas Alone and the Christ Child
God touches the lonely this Christmas.
Fear Not? Listen to Your Fear for Deeper Faith
Read, “Fear not,” as a word of encouragement…. but not as a literal command. Rather, listen to your fear. Let it lead you to prayer.
Blind Bartimaeus Sees the Light
Can you see this man in yourself?
Buck the Honor/Shame System. Accept God’s Love.
Many find it challenging to accept God’s love. Here’s a way to understand that and beat it.
Overcoming Obstacles to Receiving and Responding to God’s Love
Open your heart to receive these two blessings.
Practice Gratitude for a Healthy Mind and Soul
How to receive the blessings.
Why the Bible is the Most Widely Read Book of All Time
How the Bible is more than a book.
The Lord’s Prayer and a Grateful Heart
On the Lord’s Prayer in biblical context and the context of your life.
National Memorial for Peace & Justice: Reflection on a Visit
A gift to my soul as a Southern, white man.
Intimacy With God: To Trust or Not to Trust
How Jesus’ invitation to intimacy still challenges us.
Holy Embarrassment in the Basilica: Epiphany from a Pigeon
Amid all the amazing artwork, architecture, and music in the basilica, my epiphany came from a surprise visitor.