It’s Ash Wednesday, the first day of the Lenten season for those denominations (and individuals) who wish to observe it. Lent is traditionally observed for the 40 days before Easter (excluding Sundays), and there a number of spiritual practices associated with it. Many people chose to give something up for Lent – be that sweets,…
— 1 — One of the benefits of participating in 7 Quick Takes but not being organized enough to remember that I have bookmarked the template for these posts is that I generally end up reading Jen’s posts before I ever write mine. She posted today about a pre-fab studio and I thought it was…
Today’s post in this series on singleness and the church is a guest post by my friend and co-worker, Arman Sheffey, who has the best laugh. He also has a tremendous love for God and His people, and I’m truly blessed to know him. As a married man in the church, I represent the majority….
The Church has an amazing story. A story full of hope and beauty – longings met, sins forgiven, reconciliation made possible, and grace abounding – all because of one single Jewish carpenter who put His chisel of Word and Presence to the hard-as-stone hearts of His people and gave His life to ensure they would…
— 1 — my friend Sara asked me this morning about take-aways from the experience of writing this series on singleness and the church. it’s been an unexpected journey. i’ve made new friends and gained new readers (thanks so much for swinging by – i’m really honored that you did.) i’ve written with a greater…
