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Is the River of Life Still Alive?
A sermon for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
Jan 13
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"O God, No Silence for You!"
Some fragmented thoughts on the enduring solidarity of the ancient psalmists, imprecatory prayers, hot takes, and your testimonies to beautiful…
Jan 10
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God Is for Everybody
Some fragmented thoughts on a visit to Bahrain, an encounter with a pious tour guide, a Good Soil giveaway, and an upcoming trip to Australia
Dec 19, 2025
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No Human Is Garbage
Some fragmented thoughts on the president's words, Christian conviction, the temptation to dehumanize, God's absurd grace, and the way of love
Dec 3, 2025
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Chicken Nugget
Some fragmented thoughts on the death of a one-of-a-kind creature, gratitude, and Thanksgiving
Nov 26, 2025
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No Human Is Garbage
Dec 3, 2025
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Have Mercy
Jan 28, 2025
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Farewell to Fozzie
Jun 11, 2024
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A Stubborn, Defiant Hope
Nov 6, 2024
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Let There Be Light
Some fragmented thoughts on Frank Lloyd Wright's gorgeous Martin House, ephemeral wealth, huge ego, attention to detail, and brisket biryani
Nov 14, 2025
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Grand Canyon, Great Thanksgiving
Some fragmented thoughts on ancient rocks, a long walk, and worldly wonder
Nov 8, 2025
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"Let the Children Come to Me"
A sermon
Oct 27, 2025
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Murder and Benign Majesty
Some fragmented thoughts on an ode to tomatoes, this strange season, growth, and good reading
Oct 24, 2025
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"It Isn't Fair"
The testimonies of three American medical professionals who traveled to a devastated Gaza to volunteer
Oct 10, 2025
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Prairie Eyes
Some fragmented thoughts on the tallgrass, signs of life, cherishing, an advocate for hope, and upcoming events
Oct 2, 2025
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Medium-Sad and Medium-Glad
Some fragmented thoughts on gladness, good news, and beef with tomatoes
Sep 5, 2025
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