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Looking Back
Working with friends in Mexico.
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The Other End of the Stick
When we make decisions how do we know what is the right choice? As Christians our decisions should be based in principle rather than emotion. This is what the Scriptures refer to as walking according to the Spirit rather than according to the flesh (Rom. 8:4-8). When we are living by the Spirit, in communion…
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Sarah Harding – Colored Pencil
This is a piece that Sarah did in colored pencil. The picture is based off of the cover art of a Michael O’Brien book called Strangers and Sojourners. You can find the original piece here.
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To Love Is To Be Broken
A few nights ago I was looking at old videos of some of our activities and celebrations together. Seeing Karen in them made me very sad. At times I really miss her. I struggle with being tempted to go into my previous state of crushing grief. I sometimes can’t believe this has happened. But then…
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A Pietistic Approach to the Bible
Some time ago, I blogged about “truth versus pietism.” The dividing of life into the secular and the sacred results in all kinds of problems and seriously undermines our Christian walk. Understandably, therefore, I was excited to read the following passage from Robert Webber’s book, Ancient-Future Worship: “The [early church] fathers did not see life…
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Reading the Bible Relationally
Reading Robert Webber’s, Ancient-Future Worship, is a inspiration and pleasure. I’m particularly enjoying how he is shaping my approach to the Scriptures. We have a strong emphasis on relationships here (being a community after all) and our theology and practices reflect this. Webber doesn’t disappoint in this regard either: “To stand within the Bible and…
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Pen Drawing – Timothy Krell
This is a drawing that Timothy did using ink brushes. If he had used felt tip or ballpoint pens he would not have been able to achieve the same delicate feel.
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Forming Community
The following is the answer to an email I received asking about us and how to take steps to form a mission community. I get this question on occasion and so I thought it would be good to post my answer here.Our community began as a number of us were involved in missions. About half…
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Goodbye
Unlocking the door while juggling my laptop and thermos, I wrestled the keys out of the lock and entered our dimly lit office. The morning sun crept through the blinds giving the room a warm, tranquil feeling. Spring was in full bloom which normally would fill the day’s labor with an energy that could mitigate…
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Thanks
Since Karen’s passing we have been surrounded by an outpouring of love and support from friends and family. Tim and the boys are being held up by this love and the blessing of community. From homework to doctor’s visits to hugs, the members are filling the gaps left from Karen’s absence. She is irreplaceable, but…