Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20 (NRSVue) Jesus says to us in this gospel reading, “truly I...

Scripture: John 8:12 (NRSV) Sevens are important in the gospel of John. Contained within...

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9 (NRSV) There’s a fascinating teaching in Judaism called hiddur mitzvah. Hiddur...

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24 (NRSV) Taking a bite from a fig, Jesus became more animated....

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-7 (NRSV) Michael Kinch, professor and author of books on science...