Jesus’ disciples met with him one last time before he was taken up into heaven.  Even though Jesus had explained the distinct characteristics of the reign of God to them over and over, they persisted in asking him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?”  (Acts 1:6) Do you ever make up imaginary rejoinders for Jesus?  This one might … Continue reading Once (and) For All

Words matter.  I realized this early on, so that when I was still in elementary school, if somebody asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, my answer was “a poet.” I can’t say I have actually developed the talent for that, but words still move me deeply, and I strive to craft my sermons and essays thoughtfully.  Language is often the … Continue reading Second Person Singular