Oh, God! I know You can come alongside of all who have deep emotion, bearing us up in Your everlasting arms. You will be with us through the deep waters, through all the tumult of our lives, whatever may happen and wherever that may lead us. Thank You for Your gracious promises that cannot fail. Read More
The Pastoral Is Political: The Political needs Pastoral… care.
That sermons or prayers might be judged as “too political” will come as no surprise to pastors, as this complaint is all too common in churches. But in a world where every issue is politicized, there are few, if any, pastoral messages that cannot be judged as political or even partisan. Read More
Monday Extra: Searching for a Christmas Sermon
‘Tis the Season already for some. Teri Ott gives us a look into her Christmas preparations. Christmas comes early for a college chaplain. This year’s service is on December 2nd before the students take final exams and leave for winter break. So there is no Advent season of waiting or preparation for this preacher. I’ve been listening to Christmas… Read More