This is a reflection on the recent presidential debate, with help from the Book of Proverbs and the Epistle of James. (Every now and then, the lectionary readings and the events of the week seem made for each other.)

There’s an endless (and often acrimonious) debate within Christianity: what do we have to do to get right with God?

The Gospel of John spends a whole chapter on Jesus as the Bread of Life.

Here’s a beautiful piece of recent biblical scholarship—something that speaks to the heart as well as the head.

Jesus sometimes served with humility, and sometimes let his light shine. So should we.

I’m thinking about the biblical concept of a “remnant.” Speaking of remnants: did you know that birds evolved from dinosaurs? Maybe there’s a lesson for us in there somewhere!

Thinking about what I’ll do when the DNC asks me to run for President.

Here are two authority challenges: recognize Jesus’ authority, and claim your own.

Calming the storm: the storm outside, and the storm inside.

God calls to the seed, and to us: come forth!