[This is part two in a series I’m doing following Holy Week in the Book of Mark. You can see part one here.] Jesus Curses a Fig Tree and Cleanses the Temple Here we get to see the beginning of a classic example of a “Markan Sandwich.” Mark was a very intentional writer. He oftenContinue reading “Journey to the Cross: Monday”
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A Pacifist’s Prayer on Memorial Day
Lord of Heaven and of Earth, This morning I approach your throne room with a heavy heart. I come to you in ANGER because people have died. People made in your image. Thousands of families all across this earth have been affected by our wars against each other. All people made in your image. FamiliesContinue reading “A Pacifist’s Prayer on Memorial Day”
How to pray for Japan
This is from Don Wright of “Reaching Japanese for Christ” There is an old adage that goes like this, “Well, I guess all that we can do is pray…” I approach prayer quite a bit differently and perhaps so should you. Prayer always comes first – before we can even attempt to do our “littleContinue reading “How to pray for Japan”
Stepping Back 