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Navigating Uncertainty With Hope And Compassion

It is going to be ok. I do not know what this means. I have been in some dark spots and so have we. We will be ok.

November 6, 2025 at 10:09 PM

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Core Values Of Young People Of Faith

We need to bring the youth back to church! But is it that easy? What do our youth really want? Here, I explore this question.

October 22, 2025 at 3:56 PM

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Considering Darkness As A Spiritual Practice

Darkness is not a phenomenon that is to be avoided, it is an invitation to ponder and explore God's infinite love and presence.

October 15, 2025 at 7:56 PM

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Rethinking Retributive Justice

We have tried more police, prisons and punishment, it has not made us safer. The path forward comes from addressing the roots of violence

October 12, 2025 at 8:56 PM

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Empathy, Compassion, And Unity

In a time where truth is subjective, we must rely on our historical understandings and see what our elders can teach us.

The Cruciform Example Amid Widespread Allegiance To Caesar

October 9, 2025 at 5:44 PM

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In a time where we are aligning ourselves with Caesar, we must consider the example Christ demonstrated on the cross.

September 27, 2025 at 6:27 PM

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Theologies Of Hope Amid Americas Violent Tendencies

Hope is a process of becoming. We do not sit by passively, we are actively engaged with God in dialogue about what is next.

September 21, 2025 at 2:04 PM

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Jesus' Compassion Toward His Oppressor

The world is very angry and polarized right now with a lot of opinions. What if we took a cruciform approach to it all?

September 13, 2025 at 8:44 PM

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Voicing The Truth In A Truthless Era

I always wondered what I would do during civil unrest like we have seen frequently in the United States and the Globe over the last 125 years.

September 9, 2025 at 3:24 PM

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Dissident Follower Of Jesus

Christianity has a conformity problem today. It is not the faith the writer of Revelation was looking for in his followers.

August 13, 2025 at 6:54 PM

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We Are All Enough In The Eyes Of The Lord

Wherever you are, whatever path you are on, whatever mistake you have made, you are enough in the eyes of the Lord.

July 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM

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As I think about my work as a dad, the biggest question that I often come back to is “what does it mean to be a man?”

Everyone Needs A Hero

June 19, 2025 at 3:16 PM

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June 15, 2025 at 10:53 PM

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Appalachian Trail Acceptance 2025

A 48 year old dad of four who refuses to accept that Long COVID is an obstacle that must be respected and gets schooled.

June 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM

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For too long, we have put walls up and restrictions on who can worship at our table. The kenotic love of Christ welcomes all who profess.

LGBTQ And Faith

June 5, 2025 at 5:53 PM

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Shake out hike for AT section hike

May 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM

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Dismantling Our Silos And Sharing Our Grain

Can we have civil discourse in a polarized world? How can we open our storehouses and share our resources without fighting?

May 11, 2025 at 7:12 PM

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May 8, 2025 at 6:11 PM

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We are guaranteed two certainties in life, death and the freedom to choose what we want to do. This freedom though is problematic.

Condemned To Freedom

May 1, 2025 at 6:22 PM

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Happy Earth Day! 🌍💙

Each year on 22 April, people across the planet join forces to raise awareness about the unequivocal effects of climate change and the importance of protecting our planet for future generations.

We celebrate Earth Day every day at ESA.

April 22, 2025 at 2:43 PM

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Pope Francis’ Christ Centered Life

Pope Francis' death ended 12 years of progressive thought for church entrenched in it's past. Here, I reflect on his lessons.

April 22, 2025 at 7:08 PM

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Considering The Death Of God

Do we need God anymore? As we celebrate Easter 2025, here I consider why Jesus' death is still important and hope is necessary

April 17, 2025 at 6:20 PM

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Confronting The "Weakness" Of God

Empathy and humility are powerful qualities that represent strength, peace of mind and patience. Jesus demonstrates this in his arrival.

April 11, 2025 at 7:19 PM

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The Essence Of Lagom: A Spiritual And Philosophical Journey

Can we be content with what we have? Do we really need more. Lagom is a Swedish idea that challenges our need for more.

4 Reasons To Lament In Hard Times

April 5, 2025 at 11:02 PM

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"Lamenting is a critical part of life for those who fear God. It keeps our eyes on Him when sorrow tempts us to run in the opposite direction.

Lamenting gives us the means to vent and process difficult situations, provides an opportunity to lean on God..."

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Lamenting is a critical part of life for those who fear God. It keeps our eyes on Him when sorrow tempts us to run in the opposite direction. Lamenting gives us the means to vent and process difficult...