Scandalous Grace at the Cross
It is one of the most poignant scenes in the account of Good Friday. Jesus is hanging there, nailed to …
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A Spirituality of the Cross
It was a fairly typical Saturday afternoon in early December. A pair of college roommates had spent most of the …
The Clarity of Last Words
As a pastor, I have spent considerable time with people nearing death. When you know that your time is limited, …
Take Up Your Cross…
Why do we struggle with Jesus’ words at times? Why is it so hard to “take up our cross and follow?” Could it be that we have been in a position of privilege for so long that we fail to understand what the cross might mean?
Improvisations in a Contemplative Key 