• Left Unattended

    Left Unattended

    I wonder if the disciples of Jesus sometimes felt a little like parents of a toddler. They think Jesus will be okay for just a short time, but then discover he has once again wandered off into unapproved territory. Read more

  • Mother Knows Best

    Mother Knows Best

    On that day in Cana, Mom felt like it was time to get started, and Jesus apparently was convinced she was right. Read more

  • Wrong Side of the River

    Wrong Side of the River

    You’ve heard the phrase, “wrong side of the tracks.” Jews in Jesus’ day had their own version. It was the “wrong side of the river.” Read more

  • Nap Weather

    Nap Weather

    Perspective is what causes two or more parties to look at the same circumstances and interpret them differently. No one would have debated that it was storming. The point where their perspectives diverged was on the matter of danger. Read more

  • The Great Leveler

    The Great Leveler

    As you read the Gospels you will notice something that consistently levels the playing field with people. It is need. Not just any kind of need, but needs that touch us in deep, personal ways. Read more

  • He Touched Me

    He Touched Me

    As if the disciples didn’t have enough to ponder, now they can add the question of why Jesus decided to touch a leper. It is a reasonable question given the fact that he didn’t have to touch in order to heal. Read more