The Christmas story in the Gospel of John describes the Word, Jesus, becoming flesh.  God created light at the beginning of time and God gave light to the world a…
The Gospel of Matthew presents the story of Jesus' birth largely from the perspective of Jesus' earthly father, Joseph.  We all inherit certain traits from our families.  Jesus not only…

A Word Out of Place

December 15, 2019
The attitude that we have as we enter into these days of Advent and Christmas can make a big difference.  The power of Christ in us allows us to change…

Images of Christmas

December 8, 2019
There are all kinds of images surrounding us at Christmas.  Isaiah gives us different images for the coming of Jesus, God among us, and the Kingdom of God that was…

1969: In the Meantime

December 1, 2019
Just as Black Friday can take us away from the real meaning of Thanksgiving, our wants, needs and fears can take us away from the real meaning of this Advent…

Father Time Marches On

December 30, 2018
We all are trying our best to do our best in this world.  Sometimes, though perhaps we need to move over and let God work without us.  It may not…

Christmas Eve Service

December 24, 2018
It is time to celebrate what we have been longing for and anticipating over the last several weeks of Advent: Jesus is born.  God has become human and will dwell…

Why Be Joyful?

December 16, 2018
The Christmas season is often a fun and joyous time of year.  However, are we joyful because of the season or because of Jesus, the Lord in our midst, whom…