Author: Pastor Mark Larson

But there is something else to the wisdom of Ecclesiastes.  Take a look at the lilies of the field or the intricate spiderweb on the back porch it suggests. 

Rather than a "balanced" life, it might be more helpful to try and nurture a "centered" life.

In light of this, it might be comforting to remember, as Professor Kathryn M. Schifferdecker points out, that Jesus' original followers weren't exactly a unified bunch.  They included a Zealot, one [...]

When one part of the body of Christ hurts, the whole body hurts. As we listen to people who are harmed by racism, we call to you, open our hearts, [...]

Luke presents Jesus as a model of prayer, who practices what he teaches. The message to the church is obvious: if prayer fuels the entire work of God in Luke’s [...]

We are known by God because we are loved by God.  Think about that.  Paul says, "For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face [...]

The nativity story in Matthew does not focus on the angels or the shepherds, but rather on the mysterious visitors from afar drawn to follow the Epiphany star.

"At that time Michael, the great prince, the protector of your people, shall arise."

So even though we may be past the time for New Year's resolutions, it is never too late to ask ourselves, how are we living into God's kingdom today?