Putting People in Their Place

In Mark 10, we see James & John asking Jesus for positions of authority when he comes into his glory. They have no clue what they're asking for. We're often like them, looking for power, often so we can put people in their place. That's not the Jesus way.

Gospel Faith

Mark 1 opens with a declaration that it is presenting the "beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ." John the Baptist preaches the gospel. Jesus preaches the gospel. What is that gospel - that good news? How do we respond to it?

What Happens Sunday Morning?

When we invite someone "to church," what do we imagine happens there?

We Three Kings

The song, We Three Kings, extrapolates from the story of the Magi in Matthew 2. Looking at the gifts theologically, we see them honor Jesus as "King, and God, and Sacrifice."

Angels We Have Heard on High

What can we learn about the shepherd's experience of the angels - and baby Jesus - from the story in Luke 2 and from the Christmas Carol, Angels We Have Heard on High that's based on their story?