Encountering Titus We preachers have an announcement to make on this most glorious of mornings: the grace of God has appeared. We must not attempt to argue or reason because this … read more

Encountering Luke Our Gospel is one of the most beloved and familiar in all of scripture — the birth of the baby Jesus in Bethlehem. We preachers struggle to find some new… read more

Encountering Luke * (This text can be used for either Christmas Eve or the 1st Sunday after Christmas.) We are using the texts for the Nativity, rather than for the First Sunday… read more

Encountering Luke When you think about it, every baby is an intrusion. I well remember when my first child was born. I remember staring over into his crib with amazement that one… read more

Dear Thoughtful Pastor: There are obviously bigger issues for Christians than whether or not Starbucks celebrates Christmas in any shape or form. Why are so many so upset; what is … read more

I’m not a huge rule maker. I like to operate in freedom and so I try to leader others that way. I’m strict about very few things. (Can I be completely honest? —… read more