The celebration of Advent is possible only to those who are troubled in soul, who know themselves to be poor and imperfect, and who look forward to something greater to come. ~ Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Advent takes on a special meaning this season. We look forward with anticipation to Christ coming into our lives, but this year…
Month: November 2020
Every Cooking Pot
… and every cooking pot in Jerusalem and Judah shall be sacred…. — Zechariah 14:21. After Thanksgiving day turkey, and turkey sandwiches and leftovers on Friday, if you are lucky to have more leftovers left the cooking pots get creative. Due to Covid, Suzy and I this year still have plenty and I’m excited about the possibilities.…
An Image Of an Ox
Israel made a bull-calf at Horeb and worshipped a molten image; and so they exchanged their Glory for an image of an ox that feeds on grass. — Psalm 106:19-20. Imagine exchanging your relationship with God for an image of an ox. You say, I might say, “No way, would I ever do something like…
All Earth Is Holy Ground
We are beginning to wonder whether our power to change the face of nature should not have been tempered with wisdom for our own good, and with greater sense of responsibility for the welfare of generations to come. — Rachel Carson. This morning’s papers were full of warnings and terrible news about COVID. Scientists fear that…
What Will Be, Will Be
As the Covid numbers increase we are all getting nervous. We are also getting anxious about the vaccine, wondering when will it be available and how do I get one. It is enough to work oneself into a state. The truth is like the famous Doris Day song’s lyrics, What will be, will be. Suzy’s grandmother…