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Staying in Safe Territory

  GOSPEL MATTHEW 5:21-37 21“You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not murder’; and ‘whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.’ 22But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother … Continue reading →

Aside | Posted on February 18, 2014 by | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Counter Intuitive Kingdom

MICAH 6:1-8 1   Hear what the LORD says: Rise, plead your case before the mountains, and let the hills hear your voice. 2   Hear, you mountains, the controversy of the LORD, and you enduring foundations of the earth; for the LORD has … Continue reading →

Aside | Posted on February 4, 2014 by | 1 Comment

The Waters of Life

ISAIAH 42:1-9 1   Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen, in whom my soul delights; I have put my spirit upon him; he will bring forth justice to the nations. 2   He will not cry or lift up his voice, … Continue reading →

Aside | Posted on January 14, 2014 by | Leave a comment

Surrounding Yourself with Compassion

First, a story by Alaska journalist Shannyn Moore: I saw something beautiful tonight. I hesitate to put words on it. I fear I won’t capture all the wonder of beauty. I will try. I stopped at the corner store on … Continue reading →

Aside | Posted on January 9, 2014 by | 4 Comments