Scripture: Genesis 1: 26-31 (NRSV) The Latin root word for the English words “dust,” “soil,” or “ground” is humus. It’s from this root that we get the words “humanity” and “humility.” Humility is so important...

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-22 (NRSV) The cross of Christ brings healing to not only our vertical relationship with God, but also healing to our horizontal relationships with one another. These two relationships make the cross. You...

Scripture: Lamentations 3:52-58 (NRSV) “Be not afraid.” It’s the most oft repeated command in Scripture. Jesus expands upon it in the gospels: Do not fear—only believe. Another way to understand it is, “don’t panic.” You...

Scripture: John 7:37-39 (NRSV) Water. Water is mystical and unpredictable. Most liquids contract when they’re chilled, but water surprisingly expands when it reaches freezing point. You’d think ice would sink, but surprisingly ice floats on...

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11 (NRSV) There are many strategies out there for making decisions: Crystal balls and eight balls. Palm readers and tarot cards. Spin the wheel of fortune or play roulette. There’s Eeny Meeny Miny...