From the wilderness of Sin the whole congregation of the Israelites journeyed by stages, as the Lord commanded. They camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink. The people … [Read more...] about Dry Rocks to Water Fountains [Exodus 17]
Theology
You Made Us Look Foolish: On Eugene Peterson and Hope
They used to tell me to "guard my heart" when I was growing up. Protect it. Don't give it to anyone who will hurt it, or not treat it carefully and gently. Don't throw it around recklessly, opening … [Read more...] about You Made Us Look Foolish: On Eugene Peterson and Hope
WWJD! What Could Go Wrong? [Mark 6]
This summer, I’m playing with the book of Mark every week! Check out my original post about why I’m studying Mark, and Mark 1:Authority, Mark 2: Avocado Toast, Mark 3: So You’ve Left … [Read more...] about WWJD! What Could Go Wrong? [Mark 6]
More Harry Potter, Less Apologetics
Were you allowed to read Harry Potter as a kid? I was, for a minute. And then I wasn't, for another minute. Then finally I was, again. I have two distinct Harry Potter memories. First: curled up in my … [Read more...] about More Harry Potter, Less Apologetics
What Is Your Name? [Mark 5]
This summer, I’m playing with the book of Mark every week! Check out my original post about why I’m studying Mark, and Mark 1:Authority, Mark 2: Avocado Toast, Mark 3: So You’ve Left Fundamentalism… … [Read more...] about What Is Your Name? [Mark 5]
Let Us Preach [Pentecost]
In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and … [Read more...] about Let Us Preach [Pentecost]
Don’t Look Away (For the Days Are Evil)
I want to look away. I saw it flick through Twitter - two men killed on a bus after defending a woman in a hijab from harassment. I want to flip past it. I don't even want to read the article. I … [Read more...] about Don’t Look Away (For the Days Are Evil)
Why Am I Still Here
Why are you still here. A few years ago, one of my pastors and I sat down for coffee. I was at a non-LGBTQ-affirming church that also doesn't ordain women... and I'm a queer woman with an MDiv. It … [Read more...] about Why Am I Still Here