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A Question of Blindness
4th Sunday in Lent, Year A, April 3, 2011
This week’s gospel lesson invites–no compels–us to examine our own vision and blindness. How do we respond to Jesus’ words in verse 41? (Photo by AfghanistanMatters used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)
You are Invited…
1st Sunday in Lent, Year A, March 13, 2011
You are invited to enter fully into Lent, to walk through the wilderness of your sin, sorrow, and suffering and to experience the presence of your Lord. Will you accept the invitation? (Photo by archer10 used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)
Consumerism Study Guides and Lesson Plans
Consumerism is arguably the dominant cultural force in the United States, but our Christian faith challenges consumerism’s assumptions. Here are six study guides — on topics ranging from “Stuff Love,” “Mastering Mammon” and “Discovering Your True Identity” — to help you explore. (Photo by Pandah, used by Creative Commons License. Thanks!)
God’s Love Language
FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY, Year A, Jan. 30, 2011
What does God require of us? To understand AND respond, we might want to consider God’s “love language.” Photo by coolm36 used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!
Testimony of a Tither
I have tithed for many decades, and it has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. Although there were always places that the money could go, I never felt that I did not have enough for me and my family. I also felt the need to tell others of my tithing experience. Why am I a tither?
Stewardship Vision
James Murdoch examines through a theological lens what it means to be a faithful disciple of Christ and a good steward and challenges other Christians to do the same. Peruse the full text of his e-book Stewardship: A Way of Life for People and Churches at no cost or download for Christian education or church leadership retreats. (Photo by Alicia-Lee-07 used under a Creative Commons License. Thanks!)
What I Learned on My Sabbatical
When Pastor Jim Ortberg, editor-at-large of Leadership Journal, went on a seven-week sabbatical, he got a lot more than just some rest and relaxation. He learned a lesson on how to live. His advice speaks to all pastors and people of God. (Photo “Reflections in a Coffee Cup” by Gunjan Karun used by Creative Commons […]
The Hundred Pound Life
Could you reduce the trappings of your life to 100 pounds and two suitcases? Sounds like a tall order, indeed! Read on for more about the hundred pound life.
Stewardship as a Human Vocation
In this essay, Douglas John Hall explores stewardship of creation by asking the age-old question, “What are human beings for.” He rejects the pessimism of those who say the crisis is beyond hope, and instead he finds hope in Christ. (Photo by aussiegall, used by Creative Commons license. Thanks!)
Shopping: Drug of Choice for the Masses?
‘JUST LIVING’ Blog
Does shopping really make everything better? Is our consumer economy sustainable? You be the judge and weigh in with your experiences and opinions.
