Category Archives: Christian living

Jesus is my King, Not my Concierge

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Fred

The apostle Paul once said that God is like Jesus–the fullness of God is seen and known in the person of Jesus. Christians believe that Jesus’ life models “the faith” we proclaim because he is Lord. So if I want to know what … Continue reading →

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Embracing Peter

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Fred

Peter has held out his hand to God’s people a few times before just to have them push it away. At least that is what it felt like when the last two churches asked Peter and his friends to leave … Continue reading →

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A Holy Adventure: A Brief Reflection for 2015

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Fred

As I consider the new year, asking what kind of person I want to become seems boring, mundane and a bit self-centered. But asking what kind of future God wants me to join Him in creating stirs my heart. This … Continue reading →

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A Teaching That Doesn’t Sit Well Among American Christians

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Fred

Love your enemies! Do good to them. Lend to them without expecting to be repaid. Then your reward from heaven will be very great, and you will truly be acting as children of the Most High, for he is kind … Continue reading →

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Words that Become Flesh and Dwells Among Others

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Fred

I think Christians need to remember this important truth: we do not have to agree with others to love them and treat them with gracious hospitality and kindness. When you forget or doubt that, read the gospels and look at … Continue reading →

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