Musings
Thoughts on Biblical and Theological Themes, as well as Other Things
Category: Being Humane
-
As we come to celebrate Christmas we may wonder what the Christmas message is about or indeed is. For the culture it is about peace, joy, hope, goodwill to all humanity, alongside the giving and receiving of presents. It seeks to be a message of hope that stands in contrast to the strife, greed, famine,…
-
In a previous post I noted that Jesus did not come to start a religion – namely, Christianity (that was the doing of those who sought to align religion with the power of the state, such as in the 4th century with Constantine), but rather, Jesus mission was to restore humanity, for humanity to be…
-
One of the metaphors I have used for life and ministry has to do with breathing. The act of purposeful breathing is something that brings calmness to us, helps us to destress, decrease our heart rate and blood pressure – all important things for me as I age. Yet, also, in that breathing is foundational…
Musings 