We base our society on increasing sales, profits, and numbers in this temporal existence. We reason that such increases generally indicate success, but Paul had a different concept of increases. For Paul, the renewal of the inner person leads “to an increase of grace to more and more people.” This renewal is a daily […]
Sunday Reflection upon Deuteronomy 5:12-15 and Mark 2:23-3:6 The various interpretations of Sabbath observance within our religious tradition are a source of fascination. Even Jesus, a figure of profound reverence, had a unique perspective on this matter. If we delve into this topic, we will likely uncover a rich tapestry of understandings within our community. Jesus’ […]
Let us pray that we hold fast to the conviction that God’s purpose cannot be defeated: O God, your providence is unfailing, remove from our part whatever is harmful and grant us those things that work for our good; through Jesus Christ, our Savior who is alive with you, in the unity of the Holy […]
