It is October, 2017 and this month we celebrate 500 years since Luther took a bold stand against issues in the church of his day. He posted ninety-five theses, points for debate, in Wittenberg, Germany … Continue reading >Reformation 500
We live in a complex world that creates stress. Current events such as massive flooding in the South, wildfires in several states including ours, protests and counter-protests, terrorism, violence and the potential threats of escalating … Continue reading >Life in the World
When you read of the miracles of Jesus, do you wonder how they happened? Did they take place just as the authors recount the scene? Did Jesus really heal the sick, feed the crowd, walk on water, … Continue reading >Boundless God
For the last couple of weeks our two younger kids have been counting down the days. Waiting for today, June 1. At least for Milpitas, today means school’s out for summer! (I expect some are … Continue reading >Looking Ahead
Do you love that new car smell? I’m not sure what it is about a new vehicle that smells that way. Is it the upholstery, the carpet, the plastics, adhesives, and various materials that give … Continue reading >All Things New
Spring is here. Trees are announcing the arrival of the new season. Plants and bushes that don’t lose all their leaves or color are becoming more vibrant as new growth is beginning to show. For many … Continue reading >Christ is Risen!
With the beginning of March, we also begin our annual journey through the season of Lent. The root of the word Lent has to do with the days getting longer this time of year. But … Continue reading >Tested
You’ve probably heard the expression, “it’s the simple things.” There’s a common principle called KISS, “Keep It Simple Stupid.” At least that’s how I learned it, though there are probably gentler ways of saying it. There … Continue reading >Simple
