LORD help me to shovel lightly. May distractions and other obligations not deter me from regularly moving the snow, Like the matters of life that fall without warning. May I see the pileup as it comes, And respond to each notice with swiftness and intentionality. Help me not let the messiness of life grow so… Read More
The Pastoral is Political: Honor Thy Children’s Mother
I wonder what would have happened if Joseph chose to be incompatible with Mary and took her to the divorce courts of today’s era. They lived under Jewish law which was based strongly on the ten commandments wherein the command is given, “Honor your father and mother.” Sadly, no standard was given explicitly for how… Read More