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“The Practice of the Presence of God” by Brother Lawrence – Book Review
A simple book on a very complex topic. Check out takeaways, quotes, and who might benefit from reading “The Practice of the Presence of God”!
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What to do about all those Chreasters
When Christmas/Easter guests (Chreasters) darken the doors of churches, it can be easy to look down on them. But how should we treat them?
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Employed in the Work of God (The 19)
Methodist pastors affirm that they are “determined to employ all your time in the work of God.” But what is the work of God?
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Why Do We Celebrate Lent?
Why do we celebrate Lent? What is Ash Wednesday about? Learn more about the season leading up to Easter here!
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What We Lose When We Forget the Image of God
Genesis 1:27 tells us that every person is made in the image of God. Here’s why it’s important that we don’t ignore that.
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Fasting and Abstinence: A Path to Dependence on God (the 19)
While crucial for early Methodists, fasting and abstinence are rare practices for today’s American Christians. Here’s what fasting and abstinence have meant to me.
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Why Does Good Theology Matter?
“Why does theology matter?” Whether they say it like that or not, many people ask that question. Theology matters because it affects how we live.
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What the Magi are Teaching Me about the New Year
For whatever reason, during the Christmas season, I read the stories of Jesus’s birth as recorded in Scripture much more closely and intentionally this year. It’s amazing to me how, after 30 years of hearing the exact same stories, new things can stand out to me. Several characters stood out to me this year, in…
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10 Most-Read Blog Posts of 2025
As I reflect on 2025 and the 39 blog posts I wrote, here are my top 10 most-read blog posts!
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Noelle: God With Us
After watching one of my favorite Christmas movies, Noelle, I’m struck by the truth that God comes to speak our language.