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How to Be Happy as a Rural Pastor: Make Progress
Rather than aiming for an intangible like success, pick metrics that allow you to make progress toward a desirable end. Continue reading
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Saints Here and Now
Sometimes we encounter holy men and women among us, the saints in the back row who quietly enfold us in their prayers. Continue reading
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Baptismal Common Ground
The decision to follow Jesus represents a step of continuity with those who came before us. Five-hundred years on, we’re all paedo-baptists now. Continue reading
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The Gift of Restlessness
Unformed restlessness deforms us. Our wandering hearts have to find their home in God our only refuge. Continue reading
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Discernment and Knowing God
Be open not just to guidance for the step but knowledge of God. Continue reading
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On Not Working on Yourself During Lent
Discipleship is not self-improvement. Jesus has given us all that we need to just be with him. Continue reading
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Lent’s Unworking Work
Grace inspires labor. Labor opens further grace. Continue reading
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Desert Lent
Lent leads us into a space where we can question the standard narrative of our lives. Continue reading
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What Makes Your Heart Sing?
I need to pay attention to where my heart sings true and powerful, because that’s where the good news of Jesus is touching something real within me. Continue reading
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God’s Favor in the Long Drought
There are signs that the church is entering a season of God’s favor. Continue reading
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